Manu

Second son (short form)

GenderBoyOriginAkan (Ghanaian)Say itMAH-nooPopularityRising
Pronounced MAH-noo

About the name Manu

Manu is a friendly, easy-to-say Akan name marking a second-born son, popularized internationally by footballers of Ghanaian heritage. It has crossed easily into global use.

Easygoing and well-liked, comfortable in any crowd.

Fun fact

Manu has become a popular standalone international name well beyond its Akan roots.

Nicknames for Manu

Manu

Variations

Manoo

Famous people named Manu

  • Manu Koney (Ghanaian footballer)

Sibling name ideas

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