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Manases

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Manases is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A Hebrew name, the Latinized form of Manasseh, meaning 'causing to forget'. It refers to the son of Joseph in the Old Testament.”. It currently ranks #11792 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2019.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Manases Means

A Hebrew name, the Latinized form of Manasseh, meaning 'causing to forget'. It refers to the son of Joseph in the Old Testament.

The Story of Manases

A name that echoes through biblical history, carrying the weight of forgiveness and profound legacy.

Manases is the Latinized form of the Hebrew name Manasseh, found in the Old Testament as the son of Joseph. It carries the significant meaning of 'causing to forget,' often interpreted as forgetting past sorrows or transgressions.

When you consider your son Manases, you imagine a bearer of profound understanding. This name suggests a person capable of great forgiveness, who can help others move past difficulties with wisdom and a resilient spirit.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Manassas National Battlefield Park

    Site of two major Civil War battles.

Personality Traits

ForgivingWiseResilientSpiritual

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#15 in 2019

Total Births

223

First Recorded

1996

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