Manish Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAH-nish / məˈniːʃSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: Intelligent; Hindi: Manly
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Manish is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Manas', which means mind or intellect. It is commonly used in India and among Hindi-speaking populations. The name reflects qualities of wisdom and strength, often associated with leadership and intelligence in cultural contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Manish has seen consistent usage in India but is less common in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Manas
- Manu
International Variants
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Famous people named Manish
Manish Malhotra is a renowned Indian fashion designer known for his work in Bollywood.
Manish Pandey is an Indian cricketer who has played for the national team and in the Indian Premier League.
Fictional characters named Manish
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Manish was first seen in the United States in 1968. Manish has ranked as high as #1048 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Manish has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Manish (1980)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 20 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 30 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |