Yves vs Manu

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

Popularity Comparison

Yves Rank #5,451
Manu Rank #5,342

Manu is more popular, ranked #5342 vs #5451 for Yves.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yves or Manu more popular?

Manu is more popular, ranked #5342 compared to Yves at #5451 in the United States.

What do Yves and Manu mean?

Yves means "yew tree; bow maker" (Germanic origin). Manu means "bird, free spirit" (Maori/Polynesian origin).

Are Yves and Manu boy or girl names?

Yves is primarily a boy name. Manu is primarily a boy name.

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