Meaning: Jewel; gem
The story
Sanskrit Mani means jewel. The Persian name Mani belongs to a separate tradition and has an uncertain derivation; it was borne by the founder of Manichaeism.
Also means
What Mani means in its other languages.
- Persianancient name of uncertain derivation
Spellings & variants
- Manny
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Mani comes from Sanskrit and Persian. It’s a bridge name, with roots in more than one culture.
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