Man Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationman / mænEnglish; Old English
Meaning
English: man; Old English: adult male
Historical & Cultural Background
The name 'Man' is derived from the Old English word for an adult male. It has been used historically in various contexts to denote masculinity and adulthood. In modern usage, it is often considered a common noun rather than a personal name. The name reflects a straightforward and traditional approach to naming.
Trend Summary
The name 'Man' is not commonly used as a personal name in contemporary society.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Man was first seen in the United States in 1884. Man has ranked as high as #1139 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Man has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Man (1991)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |