Holding steady.
Popularity of Manolito since 1968
Babies named Manolito per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 23 |
| 1970s | 88 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Manolito entered U.S. records in 1968 and reached its peak popularity in 1972. Though it has never ranked in the top 1000, it has maintained a stable but low level of use, with no significant surge or decline in recent decades. The name is primarily used within Spanish-speaking communities in the United States and is closely tied to the enduring popularity of Manuel, from which it derives. Parents who choose Manolito often value its affectionate, traditional feel and its connection to Spanish heritage.
Manolito is a Spanish diminutive of Manuel, which derives from the Hebrew name Immanuel, meaning 'God is with us.' The name Manuel entered Spanish through Latin and Greek forms of Immanuel, and Manolito serves as an affectionate, familiar variant. It has long been used in Spanish-speaking communities, often as a term of endearment for a boy named Manuel.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Manolo, Manuelito, Lito, Mano
Sibling names for Manolito
Names that share Manolito's style, for a brother or sister.
