Find out how popular the first name Manan has been for the last 41 years (from 1984 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Manan by gender

Based on the last 41 years of data, Manan is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 9 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Manan.

The history of the first name Manan

The name Manan is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which is one of the oldest languages of the Indian subcontinent. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "manas," which means "mind" or "intellect." It is believed to have been in use as a personal name since ancient times in India.

The name Manan is mentioned in several ancient Hindu texts, including the Vedas and the Puranas. In the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics, there is a character named Manan who was a sage and a teacher. He is described as a wise and learned individual who imparted knowledge to his disciples.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Manan dates back to the 7th century CE. Manan, a scholar and poet, lived during the reign of the Chalukya dynasty in the Deccan region of India. He is known for his works in Sanskrit literature, particularly his contribution to the field of poetry.

In the 12th century, there was a famous Jain scholar named Manan Suri, who hailed from the present-day state of Gujarat in India. He was a renowned philosopher and wrote several treatises on Jain philosophy and teachings.

Another notable person with the name Manan was Manan Mishra, a 16th-century Indian scholar and philosopher from the state of Bengal. He was a prominent figure in the Navya-Nyaya school of logic and made significant contributions to the field of epistemology.

In more recent times, Manan Gandhi, an Indian political activist and social worker, gained recognition for his work in promoting non-violence and civil disobedience. He was born in 1917 and was the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi.

Manan Trivedi, an Indian-American physician and politician, served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 2011 to 2013, representing Pennsylvania's 6th congressional district.

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