Meaning: Bird in Polynesian languages; wise in Sanskrit
The story
Manu means “bird” in Māori, Hawaiian, Samoan and other Polynesian languages. Sanskrit Manu is an independent name associated with thought and wisdom and with Hindu accounts of humankind.
Spellings & variants
- Manuel
- Manou
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Manu comes from Māori, Hawaiian, Samoan, and Sanskrit.
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