Name Meaning & Origin
"The capital city of the Philippines; the regional capital of Metro Manila, in the island of Luzon."
Data last updated: 2025 SSA records
Manila, officially the City of Manila, is the capital and second-most populous city of the Philippines after Quezon City. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 1,902,590 people. Located on the eastern shore of Manila Bay on the island of Luzon, it is classified as a highly urbanized city. With 44,935 inhabitants per square kilometer (116,380/sq mi), Manila is one of the world's most densely populated cities proper.
Manila, officially the City of Manila, is the capital and second-most populous city of the Philippines after Quezon City. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 1,902,590 people. Located on the eastern shore of Manila Bay on the island of Luzon, it is classified as a highly urbanized city. With 44,935 inhabitants per square kilometer (116,380/sq mi), Manila is one of the world's most densely populated cities proper.
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Root element "Manila" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "The capital city of the Philippines; the regional capital of Metro Manila, in the island of Luzon.".
Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.
Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.
Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.
~214 people named Manila in the US. Peaked in 1898 with 104 recorded uses.
The Life Path number for Manila is 5, associated with Freedom & Adventure. Soul Urge: 11. Personality: 3.
Manila is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.
Approximately 214 people in the United States are named Manila. The name peaked in 1898 with 104 recorded uses.
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