Manny Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAN-ee / /ˈmæn.i/Spanish; Hebrew
Meaning
Spanish: 'man'; Hebrew: 'gift from God'
Historical & Cultural Background
Manny is often considered a diminutive of Emmanuel, which has biblical roots. In Spanish-speaking cultures, it is commonly used as a standalone name. The name has gained popularity in various regions, particularly in the United States, where it reflects a blend of cultural influences.
Trend Summary
Manny has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Manuel
International Variants
- Emmanuel (French)
- Manuel (Spanish)
- Manny (English)
Famous people named Manny
Manny Pacquiao is a Filipino professional boxer and politician known for his achievements in the sport.
Manny Ramirez is a former Major League Baseball player celebrated for his hitting prowess.
Manny Machado is a professional baseball player recognized for his skills as a third baseman.
Manny Santos is a character from the television series 'Degrassi: The Next Generation'.
Fictional characters named Manny
Manny is a character in the 'Ice Age' film series, known for being a woolly mammoth.
Manny Heffley is a character in the 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' series, known for being the younger brother of the protagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Manny was first seen in the United States in 1900. Manny has ranked as high as #1265 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in New York, California, Arizona, Florida, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Manny has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Manny (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NY | 8 | |
CA | 6 | |
TX | 6 | |
IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1900 | 7 |
1905 | 7 |
1908 | 5 |
1909 | 5 |
1910 | 5 |
1911 | 6 |
1912 | 19 |
1913 | 11 |
1914 | 18 |
1915 | 17 |
1916 | 24 |
1917 | 22 |
1918 | 13 |
1919 | 17 |
1920 | 27 |
1921 | 16 |
1922 | 14 |
1923 | 11 |
1924 | 14 |
1925 | 14 |
1926 | 16 |
1927 | 11 |
1928 | 14 |
1929 | 15 |
1930 | 13 |
1931 | 8 |
1932 | 9 |
1933 | 16 |
1934 | 11 |
1935 | 15 |
1936 | 18 |
1937 | 11 |
1938 | 14 |
1939 | 9 |
1940 | 9 |
1941 | 16 |
1942 | 21 |
1943 | 16 |
1944 | 18 |
1945 | 17 |
1946 | 18 |
1947 | 27 |
1948 | 15 |
1949 | 25 |
1950 | 22 |
1951 | 13 |
1952 | 25 |
1953 | 18 |
1954 | 19 |
1955 | 22 |
1956 | 28 |
1957 | 44 |
1958 | 47 |
1959 | 37 |
1960 | 45 |
1961 | 52 |
1962 | 45 |
1963 | 49 |
1964 | 46 |
1965 | 33 |
1966 | 33 |
1967 | 29 |
1968 | 16 |
1969 | 36 |
1970 | 38 |
1971 | 30 |
1972 | 31 |
1973 | 36 |
1974 | 45 |
1975 | 36 |
1976 | 39 |
1977 | 36 |
1978 | 39 |
1979 | 39 |
1980 | 30 |
1981 | 42 |
1982 | 32 |
1983 | 39 |
1984 | 27 |
1985 | 41 |
1986 | 34 |
1987 | 50 |
1988 | 40 |
1989 | 44 |
1990 | 49 |
1991 | 47 |
1992 | 55 |
1993 | 46 |
1994 | 30 |
1995 | 38 |
1996 | 49 |
1997 | 46 |
1998 | 36 |
1999 | 51 |
2000 | 51 |
2001 | 52 |
2002 | 50 |
2003 | 49 |
2004 | 49 |
2005 | 57 |
2006 | 66 |
2007 | 73 |
2008 | 92 |
2009 | 113 |
2010 | 96 |
2011 | 80 |
2012 | 69 |
2013 | 60 |
2014 | 64 |
2015 | 70 |
2016 | 49 |
2017 | 37 |
2018 | 54 |
2019 | 47 |
2020 | 47 |
2021 | 70 |
2022 | 63 |
2023 | 53 |
2024 | 48 |