Manoel
/ mah-NOY-el /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇨🇻 Cape Verde
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Faithful
Meaning & Etymology
God is with us
God is with us
Etymology
Derived from the Portuguese form of the Hebrew name Immanuel, composed of El (God) and immanu (with us).
Linguistic family: Indo-European > Italic > Romance
Cultural context
In Cape Verde, Manoel is a traditional name that reflects the islands’ strong Catholic heritage and Portuguese colonial influence. It is often given to honor religious devotion and family lineage.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes divine protection and the presence of God in one’s life, reflecting Cape Verde’s deep-rooted Catholic faith.
Religious reference
Matthew 1:23
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