Manson
About Manson
A surname-style name that, in theory, would be a cool alternative to Mason, however, in theory is the key phrase here. Manson will forever be associated with Charles Manson, cult leader of 'The Manson Family', who responsible for several violent murders in the 60s.
The Scottish variation of Magnusson, the name literally means "son of Magnus" or more figuratively, "son of the great". You may be surprised to learn that it remains quietly in use in the US, given to a small handful of boys most years.
Pronounced MAN-sun.
As of October 2026, Manson ranked #10381 in US births in 2023 SSA, peaked at #837 in 1892.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Manson on lists
Famous Mansons
- Manson Benedict
American nuclear engineer
- Marilyn Manson
stage name of American musician Brian Hugh Warner
- Candell Manson aka Candyman
American rapper
- Mahlon Dickerson Manson
U.S. Civil War general
- Charles Manson
American cult leader