The nameManoa
Manoa is a recent name, given to boys and girls, that appeared in France in the 2010s. Its origin is debated.
- Unisex name
- Debated
Meaning
The meaning of Manoa is debated. It is a Hawaiian place name, and it also recalls Manoah, father of Samson in the Bible.
Origin
Debated.
History
The name has spread in France in the 2010s and 2020s.
Popularity of the name Manoa
Manoa in France
Manoa was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 1,630 births over the decade, 52% of all recorded babies named Manoa. Its rise began around 2003, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Manoa in France were born before 2016, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 177 births a year on average, against 148 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Manoa mean?
The meaning of Manoa is debated. It is a Hawaiian place name, and it also recalls Manoah, father of Samson in the Bible.
What is the origin of the name Manoa?
Debated.
Is Manoa a girl's or a boy's name?
Manoa is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.