Mani
Meaningjewel · Sanskrit
Mani is an Indian boy name meaning “jewel”, 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 soft and friendly, 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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- AnagramShuffle the letters of Mani and you get Amin, Mina and Naim. Same letters, different names.
- GenerationMani is having its moment right now. Most Manis are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Mani would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 131,579 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryMani first shows up in US birth records in 1991, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 34 years since.
US births per million girls, 2005–2025
US births per million boys, 1991–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Mani
Mani is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “jewel”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. 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
Other spellings of Mani
More Indian boy names
- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Mani
What does the name Mani mean?
Mani means “jewel” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Bijou (“jewel”), Kaustubh (“a jewel of Vishnu”) and Kito (“jewel”).
What is the origin of the name Mani?
Mani 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 Mani a boy or girl name?
Mani is a boy name. In 2025, 13 US boys were named Mani.
How popular is the name Mani?
Mani ranked #6,446 for US boys in 2025, given to 13 babies. That's its best rank ever: the name is at the height of its popularity right now.
What names are similar to Mani?
If you like Mani, you might also like Manny, Bijou, Kaustubh and Kito. Manny is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Mani?
Mani is an Indian boy name meaning “jewel”, 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 soft and friendly, 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.