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Manfred

MAN-fred

Letters

7

Syllables

2

Origin

Germanic

Total Births

1,455

Peak Year

#37 in 1958

First Recorded

1904

Style

Vintage, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A Germanic name meaning 'man of peace'. It combines 'man' with 'frið' (peace), suggesting a calm and diplomatic disposition.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Manfred von Richthofen

    German fighter pilot, the 'Red Baron', World War I ace.

  • Manfred Mann

    South African-born British keyboardist and bandleader.

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Personality Traits

PeacefulWiseResilientThoughtful

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