Manning
Manning is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Man, brave man, or powerful.
Origin and history
Manning is a masculine name of Old English origin, historically used as both a given name and a surname. It derives from terms associated with strength or a brave man. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare given name, occasionally chosen in reference to notable figures in sports.
Popularity in the United States
1,840 babies in the United States have been named Manning since 1880. It ranks #2991 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1807.
States where it is most popular
- SC (76 %)
- TX (15 %)
- LA (4.9 %)
- OH (2 %)
- TN (2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 39 |
| 1890-1900 | 16 |
| 1900-1910 | 22 |
| 1910-1920 | 200 |
| 1920-1930 | 207 |
| 1930-1940 | 153 |
| 1940-1950 | 143 |
| 1950-1960 | 112 |
| 1960-1970 | 91 |
| 1970-1980 | 68 |
| 1980-1990 | 47 |
| 1990-2000 | 79 |
| 2000-2010 | 233 |
| 2010-2019 | 310 |
| 2020-2029 | 120 |
Fun facts
- Manning originally developed as an Old English patronymic surname before being adopted as a given name.
- The name has gained modern visibility in the U.S. largely due to the famous Manning football dynasty.