Indian name meaning
Manu
♂ BoyMa·nu · 2 syllables
The first man and lawgiver; wise
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
From Indian public population records (adults, not newborns).
Thoughtful, analytical and spiritual — drawn to depth, wisdom and quiet study.
| M | a | n | u |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 1 | 5 | 6 |
4 + 1 + 5 + 6 = 16, then 1 + 6 = 7. So Manu carries the name number 7.
About the name Manu
Manu is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “The first man and lawgiver; wise.”
Spoken aloud it is Ma·nu — 2 syllables. Manu turns up occasionally in Indian public population records — recognisable, but not everyday.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Manu mean?
Manu means “The first man and lawgiver; wise.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Manu a boy or a girl name?
Manu is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Manu?
Manu is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
How do you pronounce Manu?
Manu has 2 syllables and is said as Ma·nu.
What is the numerology number of the name Manu?
In the Chaldean system, Manu has the name number 7, “The Seeker.”
Is Manu a common name in India?
Manu appears 7 times in a set of roughly 30,000 Indian public population records, which rates it “uncommon.”
What names go well with Manu?
For a sister to Manu, families often stay within the same Sanskrit naming tradition — Madhavi, Mahalakshmi, Maina or Nirmala all pair naturally with it.
Which names sound similar to Manu?
Shantanu, Bhanu, Tanu or Banu share Manu's ending and have a similar rhythm when spoken.
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