Manix
A unique coined name with no definitive meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Manix. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Manix today is around 3 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Manix births was 2023 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Manix. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Manix. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2023
5 babies that year
Average age
3
years old
2023 SSA rank
#13,440
Tracked since 2023
Popularity
Manix: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Manix by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Manix during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Manix
The given name Manix has its origins in the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in what is now modern-day Italy between the 8th and 3rd centuries BCE. It is believed to have been derived from the Etruscan word "manix," meaning "protector" or "guardian," reflecting the name's association with strength, courage, and a protective spirit.
The earliest recorded use of the name Manix can be traced back to the 6th century BCE, appearing in a collection of Etruscan inscriptions found in the city of Cerveteri. One of the most notable historical figures bearing this name was Manix Velthurius, a prominent Etruscan military leader who led the defense of the city of Veii against Roman forces in the 5th century BCE.
In the 3rd century BCE, the name Manix gained recognition in ancient Greek literature, with the philosopher Aristotle mentioning a figure named Manix in his writings on ethics and virtues. This suggests that the name had spread beyond the Etruscan territories and was known in other parts of the ancient Mediterranean world.
During the Roman period, the name Manix was adopted by some Roman families, particularly those with Etruscan roots or connections. One notable figure from this era was Manix Tullius, a Roman statesman and orator who lived in the 1st century BCE and was known for his oratory skills and political influence.
In the Middle Ages, the name Manix experienced a resurgence in popularity, with several historical figures bearing this name. Manix the Scribe, a 12th-century Benedictine monk from England, is known for his illuminated manuscripts and calligraphic works. Another notable figure was Manix of Bari, an Italian military commander who fought in the Crusades and participated in the siege of Jerusalem in 1099.
During the Renaissance period, the name Manix was associated with several artists and scholars. Manix Ghiberti, an Italian Renaissance sculptor and goldsmith, is renowned for his famous bronze doors at the Baptistery of Florence, completed in 1452. Manix Ficino, an Italian philosopher and scholar, was a key figure in the revival of Neoplatonism during the 15th century.
Throughout history, the name Manix has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, reflecting its enduring appeal and the diverse cultural influences it has absorbed over the centuries.
People
Manix + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Manix as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Manix: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Manix?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Manix going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Manix a common name?
We classify Manix as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Manix most popular?
The single biggest year for Manix was 2023, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Manix is about 3 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Manix in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Manix a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Manix in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Manix still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Manix in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Manix can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Manix?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people have the name Manix at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.