Manas Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAH-nahs / /ˈmɑː.nəs/Sanskrit; Greek
Meaning
mind, intellect (Sanskrit); spirit (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, 'Manas' refers to the mind or intellect, often associated with philosophical and spiritual contexts in ancient Indian texts. In Greek, it can be linked to the concept of spirit or essence, reflecting a broader understanding of consciousness.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Manasvi
- Manasah
International Variants
- Manas (Hindi); Manas (Russian)
Famous people named Manas
Manas K. — Indian politician.
Manas Ranjan — Indian poet.
Fictional characters named Manas
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Manas was first seen in the United States in 1995. Manas has ranked as high as #1265 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Manas has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Manas (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 16 |