NAME PROFILE
Manuel
Manuel is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God is with us.' It conveys a sense of strength, protection, and divine presence. People with this name are often seen as caring, supportive, and reliable individuals who value family and community.
Key Stats
| Total births | 192,742 |
| Gender | Male (95% / 5%) |
| Peak year | 2005 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 23%CA — 22%NM — 18%FL — 18%AZ — 18%
Notable People
Manuel Neuer (Footballer, goalkeeper for Bayern Munich and Germany national team) · Manuel Garcia (Dramatic tenor and voice teacher) · Manuel L. Quezon (First President of the Philippines) · Manuel Pardo (Peruvian politician and journalist) · Manuel de Falla (Spanish composer)
Nicknames & Diminutives
ManuManny
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