Manu
Manu: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Manu
- A male given name from Sanskrit, commonly used in India.
- A male given name.
Etymology
Transliteration of Sanskrit मनु (manu, “man, mankind”). Doublet of man and mann.
How popular is Manu?
Since 1880, 5 girls and 701 boys in the U.S. have been named Manu (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #14923 in 1996. Its highest rank for boys was #2860 in 1977. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Manu
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Manu
Sister and brother names that share Manu's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Manu FAQ
What does the name Manu mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit, commonly used in India. A male given name. Transliteration of Sanskrit मनु (manu, “man, mankind”). Doublet of man and mann.
What is the origin of the name Manu?
Manu is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Manu?
Since 1880, 5 girls and 701 boys in the U.S. have been named Manu (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #14923 in 1996. Its highest rank for boys was #2860 in 1977. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Manu a boy or girl name?
Manu is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 5 girls and 701 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.