Manrique (en. Manrique)

/manˈrike/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Common Spanish surname that derives from the proper name Manrique.
The writer Manrique is known for his poetry.
El escritor Manrique es conocido por su poesía.
Name of some localities in Spain.
Manrique is also the name of a small town in Castilla.
Manrique es también el nombre de un pequeño pueblo en Castilla.
Reference to historical figures with the surname Manrique.
Among the famous Manriques is Don Rodrigo Manrique, a prominent military figure.
Entre los Manrique famosos se encuentra don Rodrigo Manrique, un destacado militar.

Etymology

Derives from the proper name Manrique, which comes from the Germanic 'man' (man) and 'rik' (powerful).

Common Phrases and Expressions

Manrique as a surname
Reference to people who share that surname.
Manrique como apellido
To be a Manrique
Alluding to characteristics related to the surname, such as nobility or history.
Ser un Manrique

Related Words

manrígano
Related to the locality or the Manrique family.
manrígano
manriqueño
A person originating from the place or related to the surname Manrique.
manriqueño

Slang Meanings

To be strong or powerful like a Manrique.
He is a true Manrique in this competition.
Él es un verdadero Manrique en esta competencia.
To work well or be efficient, alluding to a 'manrique'.
The system is functioning like a manrique.
El sistema está trabajando como un manrique.