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Manolito

Male

« Manolito is a Spanish name derived from the diminutive form of "Manuel", which originates from the Hebrew name "Immanuel" meaning "God is with us". »

#16293 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Manolito is a name of Spanish origin, derived from the diminutive form of "Manuel". The name Manuel itself comes from the Hebrew name "Immanuel", which means "God is with us". Therefore, Manolito translates to "Little Manny" or "Little God is with us". The use of the name Manolito is believed to have originated in Spain and was popularized by Spanish-speaking countries such as Mexico, Cuba, and Argentina. It gained prominence during the 20th century and continues to be a common name in these regions today. There are no significant historical figures or events associated with the name Manolito specifically. However, Manuel, from which Manolito is derived, has been used by several notable individuals throughout history, including: * Saint Manuel the Good (1576-1645), a Spanish priest and missionary who worked among the indigenous people of Mexico. * Manuel II of Portugal (1889-1932), the last king of Portugal before the abolition of the monarchy in 1910. While Manolito does not have any particular festivals or holidays associated with it, the name Manuel is celebrated on December 20th as a feast day for Saint Manuel the Good.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Manolito since 1880

Total births
111
Total since 1880
Peak year
1972
15 births
in 1977
8
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years