Manuel
Gender: Boy
Meaning: God is with us
Origin: Spanish/Portuguese/Hebrew
Popularity: Ranked #371 in 2025 with 860 babies born.
History: Manuel is the Spanish and Portuguese short form of Emmanuel, from the Hebrew 'Immanu El,' meaning God is with us. It has been one of the most popular names in Spain and Latin America for centuries, borne by numerous Portuguese and Spanish kings. It remains a classic in the Spanish-speaking world.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Manuel? About 1 in 3,870 babies born in 2025 were named Manuel, or roughly 2.4 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Manuel
What does the name Manuel mean?
Manuel means “God is with us” from Spanish/Portuguese/Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Manuel?
Manuel has Spanish/Portuguese/Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “God is with us”.
How popular is Manuel?
Manuel ranked #371 in 2025 — given to 860 babies that year.
When was Manuel most popular?
Manuel peaked in 2005 with 2,665 babies registered that year.
Is Manuel a boy or girl name?
Manuel is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Manuels in registered births are male.
Is the name Manuel rising or falling in popularity?
Manuel has fallen 48 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #323 in 2020 to #371 in 2025.
How long has Manuel been recorded?
Manuel appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.