Manon Girl
Origin(s)
French; Hebrew
Meaning
French: 'wished-for child'; Hebrew: 'gift from God'
Historical & Cultural Background
Manon is a diminutive of the name Marie, commonly used in French-speaking regions. It gained popularity in the 17th century and has been associated with various literary works. The name is often seen as charming and feminine, reflecting a sense of grace and affection.
Trend Summary
The name Manon has seen a steady presence in France, with occasional popularity spikes in other regions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Manonette
- Manonou
International Variants
- Manon (French)
- Manon (Dutch)
Famous people named Manon
Manon Lescaut is a character in the opera by Giacomo Puccini, known for her tragic love story.
Manon Gauthier is a French artist recognized for her contemporary paintings.
Manon Rheaume is a former professional ice hockey goaltender, notable for being the first woman to play in an NHL game.
Manon Aublanc is a French author known for her contributions to children's literature.
Fictional characters named Manon
Manon is a character in the novel 'Manon Lescaut' by Abbé Prévost, known for her passionate and tumultuous love affair.
Manon is a character in the video game series 'Assassin's Creed', representing a skilled assassin.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Manon was first seen in the United States in 1917. Manon has ranked as high as #1272 nationally which occurred in 1999 and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Manon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Manon (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 6 |