The name Manu is a girl's name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is with us".

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A sweet, succinct short form of Emmanuel off-shoots, suitable for any gender. 

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The name Manu peaked for girls at #14923 in 1996. Manu is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

The name Manu is a boy's name of Hebrew, Finnish, Sanskrit origin meaning "greatest; bird; wise; second born; God is with us".

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An international name that, while short and simple, sounds strong and distinctive, stylish and sweet all at once. It may appeal to those who want a name that works in multiple languages, while also feeling fresh and charming.
 
From its Sanskrit roots, Manu means "thinking, wise", while in Hindu tradition is a title of the progenitor of humans. In Polynesian languages, such as Hawaiian and Māori, it means "bird". 
Alternatively, it is the Finnish form of Magnus (meaning "greatest"), while in Spanish, German, French and English, it is a diminutive for the Hebrew names Emmanuel and its variations, giving it the spiritual meaning "God is with us".
 
From its Akan and Ghanaian roots, it refers to a second born child and may also be spelled as Mǎnu.

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The name Manu peaked for boys at #2859 in 1977. The name is most popular in California, California, and California. Manu is occasionally used for girls in 1996.

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