Manasseh
Manasseh: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /məˈnæ.sə/
Meaning and origin of Manasseh
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From Hebrew מְנַשֶּׁה (M'nashé) through Latin Manasses.
How popular is Manasseh?
Since 1880, 5 girls and 577 boys in the U.S. have been named Manasseh (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #16943 in 2001. Its highest rank for boys was #3754 in 2024. In 2025, 22 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Manasseh FAQ
What does the name Manasseh mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. From Hebrew מְנַשֶּׁה (M'nashé) through Latin Manasses.
What is the origin of the name Manasseh?
Manasseh is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Manasseh?
Since 1880, 5 girls and 577 boys in the U.S. have been named Manasseh (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #16943 in 2001. Its highest rank for boys was #3754 in 2024. In 2025, 22 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Manasseh a boy or girl name?
Manasseh is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 5 girls and 577 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.