Manuela
God with us
Pronunciation: MAR-ee-lah (/mənˈuːɛlə/)
What does Manuela mean?
From the Latin word ‘manus’, meaning ‘hand’. Derived from the Latin phrase ‘manus Dei’, meaning ‘God with us’. In Christianity, Manuela is the name of a 15th-century Portuguese saint.
Manuela in other languages & scripts
How to pronounce Manuela
Numerology & personality
The Master Builder: Manifests through intuition and creativity.
Spiritual & cultural context
Symbolic of God's presence and protection.
The name Manuela carries a rich and significant cultural heritage that can be traced back to the Latin origins of the name. The word ‘manus’ itself refers to the hand, a powerful symbol of healing, creation, and service in various cultures and religions. In the Portuguese-speaking world, the name Manuela is popular and widely used. Historically, this name was given to girls born into families who saw the hand of God in their lives. It is a reminder of the divine intervention and protection that the Saint Manuela provided through her miraculous healings throughout her life and after her death.
Scriptural & traditional roots
Biblical scripture: Luke (Luke 1:26)
Popularity of Manuela by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | BR | 49 | 2024 |
| Spain | ES | 60 | 2024 |
| Germany | DE | 53 | 2024 |