Menachem
Menachem is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Comforter or consoler.
Origin and history
Menachem is a traditional Hebrew name meaning 'comforter' or 'one who consoles'. It holds deep historic roots within Jewish culture and scripture. In the United States, it maintains steady usage, particularly within Orthodox Jewish communities.
Popularity in the United States
7,063 babies in the United States have been named Menachem since 1880. It ranks #1430 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #975.
States where it is most popular
- NY (71.7 %)
- NJ (16.6 %)
- CA (4.9 %)
- FL (4.2 %)
- IL (0.99 %)
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 | 14 |
| 1950-1960 | 47 |
| 1960-1970 | 98 |
| 1970-1980 | 316 |
| 1980-1990 | 575 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,195 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,715 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,880 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,223 |
Famous people named Menachem
- Menachem Begin: Prime Minister, Nobel Laureate
- Menachem Mendel Schneerson: Rabbi, Religious Leader
Nicknames
Mendy, Menn, Nachum
Fun facts
- Menachem was a king of the northern Kingdom of Israel who reigned in the 8th century BCE.
- In Talmudic tradition, Menachem is listed as one of the symbolic names for the Messiah.