Manuela

Meaning God is with us
Origin Hebrew, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 7
Syllables 4
Syllabification Man-u-e-la

About Manuela

Rich with cultural depth, Manuela carries weight and beauty in equal measure. This name doesn't whisper—it speaks clearly and confidently. The four syllables create a rhythmic flow that feels almost musical, each part contributing to the whole. It bridges cultures effortlessly, recognized and respected across Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and German-speaking communities. Manuela suggests someone of substance, a person who values family, tradition, and authentic connection. The name feels complete, resisting the typical nickname tendency, though Manu or Ella provide options if desired. Parents choosing Manuela often have strong cultural ties or simply appreciate names with genuine heft and history. It's substantial enough for formal occasions yet warm enough for intimate moments. For families wanting a name that honors heritage while standing proudly in contemporary settings, that commands respect without demanding attention, Manuela delivers magnificently.

Variations of Name Manuela

Manuella
Manuelita
Manny
Manu
Mannie

Nicknames for Manuela

Manu
Ela
Mannie
Nela
Manny
Manuela

Famous People Named Manuela

Manuela ArcuriItalian actress
Manuela de FreitasPortuguese singer
Manuela Escobardaughter of Pablo Escobar
Manuela MalasañaSpanish heroine
Manuela SaenzEcuadorian revolutionary
Manuela PicqEcuadorian journalist
Manuela PiovanItalian actress
Manuela VelascoSpanish actress
Manuela MartelliChilean actress
Manuela GómezColombian reality TV star
Manuela BravoPortuguese singer
Manuela CamagniItalian cyclist
Manuela MaleevaBulgarian tennis player
Manuela DiazAmerican actress
Manuela Ramin-OsmundsenNorwegian politician
Manuela SáenzVenezuelan painter
Manuela SchwesigGerman politician
Manuela ZinsbergerAustrian footballer
Manuela ArbeláezColombian-American model
Manuela KjeilenNorwegian blogger and baker

Characters Named Manuela

Manuela HidalgoResident Evil 2 video game
Manuela AlvesTV series "Cobras & Lagartos"
Manuela SantosTV series "Breaking Bad"
Manuela SanchezTV series "One Day at a Time"
Manuela von MeinhardisNovel "Emil and the Detectives" by Erich Kästner
Manuela RufoFilm "Talk of Angels"
Manuela EscobarFilm "Escobar - Paradise Lost"

Other Popular Names Beginning with M

Mary
Maci
Myla
Marley
Mylah
Mariana
Myra
Malia
Meredith
Maya