Indian name meaning
Manoj
♂ BoyMa·noj · 2 syllables
Born of the mind; a name of Kamadeva, the god of love
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Compassionate, idealistic and generous — moved by big causes and helping others.
The letters of Manoj add up to 18, which reduces to 9.
About the name Manoj
Manoj is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Born of the mind; a name of Kamadeva, the god of love.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Manoj has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Manoj mean?
Manoj means “Born of the mind; a name of Kamadeva, the god of love.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Manoj a boy or a girl name?
Manoj is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Manoj?
Manoj is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Manoj?
In the Chaldean system, Manoj has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.”
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