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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAN-uh //ˈmænə//
Origin: Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning: Hebrew: 'What is it?'; Arabic: 'gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Manna has its roots in the Hebrew language, derived from the word "mān," which refers to the miraculous food provided to the Israelites during their exodus from Egypt, as described in the biblical texts. This term entered the Greek language as "manna" (μαννα), which was then adopted into Latin and subsequently made its way into Old French before appearing in English.
The biblical narrative, particularly in the Book of Exodus, highlights the significance of manna as a symbol of divine providence and sustenance, reinforcing its cultural and religious importance throughout history. Historically, the term gained prominence during the early centuries of the Common Era, particularly within Jewish and Christian traditions.
The story of manna is a central theme in the Exodus narrative, which has been influential in shaping religious thought and practice. The King James Bible, published in 1611, further solidified the term's presence in English literature, as it provided a widely read translation of the scriptures that included references to manna.
This biblical association has led to the name being viewed as a symbol of nourishment and divine grace. Culturally, the name Manna resonates with themes of sustenance, hope, and divine intervention.
It is often associated with the idea of being provided for in times of need, reflecting a deep-rooted connection to faith and spirituality. The name may also evoke imagery of abundance and care, drawing on its biblical origins.
While diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, Manna itself carries a weight of historical and spiritual significance that has allowed it to endure in various contexts.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Manna was first seen in the United States in 1985.
Manna has ranked as high as #1366 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Manna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Manna is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Manna was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Manna
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Manna.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1985 | 7 |