Manfred
Meaning of Manfred
The name Manfred is a strong and classic choice for boys, with deep roots in Germanic culture. Pronounced as MAHN-fret, it combines the elements "man," meaning "man" or "human," and "fred," meaning "peace." This name evokes a sense of strength and tranquility. Historically, Manfred has seen varying levels of popularity in the United States, peaking notably in the mid-20th century. Although its usage has declined over recent decades, it remains a distinctive and meaningful option. Common variations include Manny and Fred, offering more casual alternatives. The name carries historical weight through notable figures such as Manfred von Richthofen, also known as the Red Baron, adding an element of nobility and valor to its legacy.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as MAHN-fret (/ˈmanfʀɛt/)
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Notable People Named Manfred
| Manfred von Richthofen - Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen, also known as the Red Baron, was a renowned German fighter pilot in World War I, credited with 80 air combat victories. |
| Manfred Sepse Lubowitz, also known as Manfred Mann, is a South African-born musician who has been a prominent figure in bands such as Manfred Mann and Manfred Mann's Earth Band. |
| Manfred Honeck is an Austrian conductor and the current music director of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. |
| Manfred Nowak is an Austrian human rights expert and former UN Special Rapporteur on Torture, known for his work in international human rights and as the Secretary General of the Global Campus of Human Rights. |
| Manfred Katz was a German-Israeli restaurateur known for establishing Israel's first pizza chain, Rimini, and operating over 100 restaurants in Germany and Israel. |
| Manfred Hermann Wagner is a renowned author and professor known for his work on the Wagner model and molecular stress function theory in polymer rheology at the Technical University of Berlin. |
| Manfred Spitzer is a German neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and author. |
| Manfred Max-Neef - Artur Manfred Max Neef was a Chilean economist known for his work on human needs and human scale development. |
| Manfred von Brauchitsch - Manfred Georg Rudolf von Brauchitsch was a German auto racing driver known for driving for Mercedes-Benz in the "Silver Arrows" of Grand Prix motor racing in the 1930s. |
| Manfred Winkelhock was a German racing driver who competed in 56 Formula One Grands Prix and is the older brother of Joachim and Thomas Winkelhock and father of Markus Winkelhock, all of whom are also racing drivers. |
| Manfred Kaltz is a German former football player and manager known for his career as a right-back. |
| Manfred W. Jürgens is a renowned German painter and photographer. |
| Manfred IV of Saluzzo - Manfred IV, the fifth marquess of Saluzzo, was born in 1296 as the son of Thomas I and Luisa of Ceva. |
| Manfred Wong is a versatile Hong Kong personality known for his work as a radio host, film producer, screenwriter, director, and actor, with notable contributions to the Young and Dangerous film series. |
| Manfred Christ is a German politician affiliated with the Christian Social Union of Bavaria. |
