Manfred

Manfred: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Manfred

  • A male given name from German.

Etymology

Borrowed from German Manfred.

How popular is Manfred?

0U.S. babies in 2025
#1157peak rank (1936)
1,455babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,455 boys in the U.S. have been named Manfred. Its highest rank for boys was #1157 in 1936. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.

1880192019602000202537 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Manfred FAQ

What does the name Manfred mean?

A male given name from German. Borrowed from German Manfred.

What is the origin of the name Manfred?

Manfred is listed as a name of German origin.

How popular is the name Manfred?

Since 1880, 1,455 boys in the U.S. have been named Manfred. Its highest rank for boys was #1157 in 1936. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.

Is Manfred a boy or girl name?

Manfred is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,455 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.