Political LeaderPanamanian1934 – 2017
Manuel Noriega
Dictator of Panama, drug trafficking, overthrown by U.S. invasion
Biography
Former military dictator of Panama who ruled from 1983 to 1990, known for drug trafficking and human rights abuses. He was overthrown by a U.S. invasion and later imprisoned.
Quick Facts
Category
Political Leader
Nationality
Panamanian
Born
1934
Died
2017
Thinking about the name
Manual
Latin origin
“Derived from the Latin 'manualis,' meaning 'of the hand' or 'handmade,' Manual carries pragmatic, tactile connotations. The name gained currency through Christian tradition and Saint Manuel (a form of Emmanuel). When used as a given name, it evokes both practical craftsmanship and spiritual tradition, appealing to parents seeking something grounded yet meaningful.”