Manav
Manav: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Manav
- A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit मानव (mānava, “human being”).
How popular is Manav?
Since 1880, 744 boys in the U.S. have been named Manav. Its highest rank for boys was #1735 in 2000. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Manav
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Manav
Sister and brother names that share Manav's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Manav FAQ
What does the name Manav mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit मानव (mānava, “human being”).
What is the origin of the name Manav?
Manav is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Manav?
Since 1880, 744 boys in the U.S. have been named Manav. Its highest rank for boys was #1735 in 2000. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Manav a boy or girl name?
Manav is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 744 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.