Manu vs Olivia

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
Nicknames
Man, Manny

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Manu Rank #5,342
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5342 for Manu.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Manu ___

  • Manu Kai
  • Manu Luca
  • Manu Remi
  • Manu Sol
  • Manu Elan
  • Manu Jax

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Manu

Luca Kai Tane Rua Aria

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manu or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Manu at #5342 in the United States.

What do Manu and Olivia mean?

Manu means "bird, free spirit" (Maori/Polynesian origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Manu and Olivia boy or girl names?

Manu is primarily a boy name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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