Manu
MAH-noo
Popularity
#5352
Letters
4
Syllables
2
Origin
Hindi
Total Births
682
Peak Year
#27 in 2006
First Recorded
1972
Style
Mythological, Spiritual & Biblical
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
In Sanskrit, 'Manu' is the name of the progenitor of the human race in Hindu mythology. It also means 'thought' or 'intelligence' in Sanskrit and can be a short form of many European names.
Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Manu Bennett
New Zealand actor known for his roles in 'Spartacus' and 'Arrow'.
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