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Manav

Boy name · Indian

Meaninghuman being · Sanskrit

Manav is an Indian boy name meaning “human being”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • Hidden namesLook closely: Manav has the name Ana hiding inside it.
  • GenerationManav peaked in 2000, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Manav you'd meet today is about 25 years old.
  • Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Manav would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 344,828 baby boys got the name in 2025.
  • HistoryManav first shows up in US birth records in 1993, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 32 years since.
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US births per million boys, 1993–2025

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Manav

Manav is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “human being”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:Indian names

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Questions about the name Manav

What does the name Manav mean?

Manav means “human being” and comes from Sanskrit.

What is the origin of the name Manav?

Manav is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).

Is Manav a boy or girl name?

Manav is a boy name. In 2025, 5 US boys were named Manav.

How popular is the name Manav?

Manav ranked #12,008 for US boys in 2025, given to 5 babies. Its best year was 2000, when it reached #1,725. Over the last five years it has slipped 5,388 places.

What should I know before naming my baby Manav?

Manav is an Indian boy name meaning “human being”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.