Manu
Manu is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Thinking, wise, or progenitor of mankind.
Origin and history
Manu is a traditional Sanskrit name that figures prominently in Hindu myth as the progenitor of humanity. It is also used in Spanish-speaking and European contexts as a short form of Manuel or Emmanuel. In the United States, it remains relatively rare but has seen steady usage.
Popularity in the United States
701 babies in the United States have been named Manu since 1880. It ranks #3975 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1803.
States where it is most popular
- CA (91.1 %)
- TX (8.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 66 |
| 1980-1990 | 86 |
| 1990-2000 | 88 |
| 2000-2010 | 177 |
| 2010-2019 | 160 |
| 2020-2029 | 124 |
Famous people named Manu
- Manu Ginobili: Basketball Player
- Manu Chao: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- In Hindu mythology, Manu is considered the first man and the lawgiver of humanity.
- While rooted in Sanskrit, Manu is widely familiar in Europe and Latin America as a friendly short form of Manuel.