Manus
Pronunciation: [ m-AYN-ihs ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Manus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 36 babies have been named Manus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Manus is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #18,698 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,698
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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Old English origin
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Sanskrit origin
"noble part, noble descendant"
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Akan/Ghanaian origin
"the fourth born"
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Old English is origin
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About the Name Manus
Manus is a boy name .
Manus is currently ranked #18,698 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Manus include Man, May, and Manie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Manus include Manuel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis