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Manu vs Leonides

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Manu

Boy #5,342 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bird, free spirit"

Origin: Maori/Polynesian

Cultural Roots

Maori Hawaiian Indian French Spanish Polynesian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,342
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Manu Rank #5,342
Leonides Rank #5,491

Manu is more popular, ranked #5342 vs #5491 for Leonides.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manu or Leonides more popular?

Manu is more popular, ranked #5342 compared to Leonides at #5491 in the United States.

What do Manu and Leonides mean?

Manu means "bird, free spirit" (Maori/Polynesian origin). Leonides means "lion-like, descendant of lions" (Greek origin).

Are Manu and Leonides boy or girl names?

Manu is primarily a boy name. Leonides is primarily a boy name.

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