Manu
Meaning of Manu
The name Manu is a male given name with rich cultural origins and associations. In Spanish, it is pronounced as MAH-noo (/ˈmanu/), while in Indian (Hindi) contexts, it retains the same pronunciation, MAH-noo (/ˈmɑːnuː/). The name Manu can be seen as a diminutive or variation of names like Emmanuel and Manuel. It carries significant historical and mythological weight in various cultures; for instance, in Hindu tradition, Manu is considered to be the progenitor of humanity and the author of ancient Sanskrit law codes. Despite its profound roots, Manu remains relatively rare in the United States, with occurrences fluctuating modestly over recent decades. In 2023, it was ranked at 4864 with 20 newborns named Manu. The name's unique blend of simplicity and cultural depth makes it an intriguing choice for parents seeking a meaningful yet distinctive name for their child.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as MAH-noo (/ˈmanu/)
Indian (Hindi)
- Pronunced as MAH-noo (/ˈmɑːnuː/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Manu
| Manu Ginóbili - Emanuel David Ginóbili Maccari is a retired Argentine professional basketball player known for popularizing the Euro step move in the NBA and for his successful career with the San Antonio Spurs. |
| Manu Chao is a multilingual French singer of Spanish heritage known for his diverse musical style and successful solo career. |
| Manu Dibango - Emmanuel N'Djoké "Manu" Dibango, a Cameroonian musician and songwriter, was known for fusing jazz, funk, and traditional Cameroonian music, and was best known for his 1972 single "Soul Makossa". |
| Manu Raju is a prominent American journalist known for his coverage of the United States Congress and campaign politics, currently serving as the chief congressional correspondent at CNN and anchoring the Sunday edition of Inside Politics with Manu Raju. |
| Manu Feildel - Emmanuel Feildel is a French-Australian chef, restaurateur, and television presenter, recognized for his role as a judge on the competitive cooking show My Kitchen Rules. |
| Jonathan Manu Bennett is a renowned New Zealand actor famous for his roles in epic fantasy series like Spartacus, The Shannara Chronicles, Arrow, and The Hobbit trilogy. |
| Manu - P. N. Rangan was an Indian scientist and Kannadiga author. |
| Manu Joseph is an Indian journalist and writer, known for his former role as the editor of Open magazine. |
| Manu Prakash is an Indian scientist and Stanford University professor known for his innovative contributions to bioengineering, including the Foldscope and Paperfuge. |
| Manu Cornet - Emmanuel Cornet is a versatile French professional known for his work as a software engineer, freelance cartoonist, writer, and musician, with notable stints at Google and Twitter from 2007 to 2021. |
| Manu Intiraymi is a versatile film actor, writer, director, and producer, best known for his roles as Icheb on Star Trek: Voyager and Billy on One Tree Hill. |
| Manu Navarro - Manuel "Manu" Navarro Sánchez is a Spanish footballer known for playing as a central midfielder for Rayo Vallecano B. |
| Manu Fuster - Manuel "Manu" Fuster Lázaro is a Spanish professional footballer known for his role as an attacking midfielder at Albacete Balompié. |
| Manu Limbu is a prominent female singer in the Nepal Music Industry, known for winning the Best Singer of the Year award in 2010 and the 2nd National Capital Award in 2016. |
| Manu Payet - Emmanuel "Manu" Payet is a multi-talented French comedian, actor, filmmaker, and radio host. |
