"causing to forget"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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A healing name from the heart of Genesis
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Meaning & Origin
"one who forgets"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Menashe
Menashe (also spelled Manasseh) is the Hebrew name meaning 'causing to forget.' In Genesis, Joseph gave this name to his firstborn son, saying 'God has made me forget all my hardship and all my father's house' (Genesis 41:51). This deeply personal etymology — a name born of healing from trauma — gives Menashe a profound emotional resonance.
Menashe is primarily used in Orthodox Jewish, Israeli, and Ethiopian Jewish communities. In Israel it remains a recognizable traditional name. The 2017 film 'Menashe,' a Yiddish-language drama set in Brooklyn's Hasidic community, brought broader awareness to the name.
Menashe is one of the twelve tribes of Israel, giving the name deep historical and religious significance. The tribe of Manasseh (Menashe) was one of the largest in ancient Israel. Ethiopian Jews (Beta Israel) particularly honor this name.
Historical Record
Menashe first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 415 babies have been named Menashe in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Menashe is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #4,739 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Menashe is one of the twelve tribes of Israel
- The 2017 Yiddish-language film 'Menashe' starred Menashe Lustig as a Hasidic widower
- Joseph named his son Menashe to mark his healing from years of separation from his family
Menashe in Other Languages
Greek
Μανασσής
Arabic
مَنَسَّى
Hebrew
מְנַשֶּׁה
Amharic
ምናሴ
Yiddish
מנשה
Popularity Over Time
#4,739
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Menashe
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Menashe Lustig
Actor
1972
Hasidic Jewish actor and comedian, known for the 2017 film 'Menashe'
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Manasseh
Religious
Firstborn son of Joseph in the Book of Genesis, ancestor of one of the twelve tribes of Israel
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,739
- Total SSA Count
- 21
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Israeli Ethiopian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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Common Nicknames
Mena
Nash
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Frequently Asked Questions About Menashe
What does the name Menashe mean?
"causing to forget" (from Hebrew). "one who forgets" (from Hebrew). Menashe (also spelled Manasseh) is the Hebrew name meaning 'causing to forget.' In Genesis, Joseph gave this name to his firstborn son, saying 'God has made me forget all my hardship and all my father's house' (Genesis 41:51). This deeply personal etymology — a name born of healing from trauma — gives Menashe a profound emotional resonance.
What is the origin of the name Menashe?
Menashe has Hebrew, Jewish, Israeli, and Ethiopian origins. In Hebrew, it means "causing to forget". In Hebrew, it means "one who forgets".
Is Menashe a boy or girl name?
Menashe is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Menashe?
Menashe is currently ranked #4739 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Menashe?
Common nicknames for Menashe include Mena and Nash.
What are good middle names for Menashe?
Popular middle name pairings include Menashe David, Menashe Levi, Menashe Aaron, Menashe Eli, Menashe Asher, and Menashe Joseph.
What are good sibling names for Menashe?
Names that pair well with Menashe as siblings include Ephraim, Yosef, Miriam, Rivka, Binyamin, and Devorah.
How many syllables does Menashe have?
Menashe has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Menashe a common or rare name?
Menashe is an uncommon name, ranked #4739 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Menashe?
Related spellings include Menachem.
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About the Name Menashe
Menashe is a boy name with Jewish, Israeli, and Ethiopian origins . The name means "causing to forget" in Hebrew .
Menashe is currently ranked #4,739 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Menashe has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Menashe include Mena and Nash. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Menashe include Menachem . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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