The nameManasseh
Manasseh is a biblical name, the elder son of Joseph.
- Boy's name
- Hebrew
Meaning
Manasseh comes from the Hebrew Menashe, "causing to forget".
Origin
Hebrew.
History
Manasseh gave his name to one of the tribes of Israel. In the United States it reached its best rank, 3847th, in 2024.
Popularity of the name Manasseh
Manasseh in the United States
Manasseh was most popular in the United States in the 2010s, with 201 births over the decade, 36% of all recorded babies named Manasseh. Its rise began around 1974, and it peaked in 2024. Half of all babies named Manasseh in the United States were born before 2012, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 21 births a year.
Sibling names for Manasseh
Names from the same generation as Manasseh, whose popularity in the United States has followed a similar path.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Manasseh mean?
Manasseh comes from the Hebrew Menashe, "causing to forget".
What is the origin of the name Manasseh?
Hebrew.
Is Manasseh a girl's or a boy's name?
Manasseh is a boy's name.
How popular is the name Manasseh?
In 2024, Manasseh was the 3811th most popular name for baby boys in the United States, with 29 births.
What are good sibling names for Manasseh?
Names from the same generation, with a similar popularity in the United States: Marielle, Sephora, Zenobia and Bracha for a sister, Samy, Joachim, Lemuel and Omer for a brother.