Irish (Latin) boy name
Manus Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Manus means great. From the Latin Magnus, meaning great, brought to Ireland by the Norse
Manus is a name that came from the Latin Magnus, meaning great, and arrived in Gaelic cultures by way of the Norse. In Ireland, it has been used since the medieval period, especially in Donegal, where it was a favourite name among the O'Donnell chiefs. The sound is crisp and unfussy. Manus is a name of Latin origin with a long Irish tradition, and its short length makes it fit with almost any surname. It has a robust, confident feel without being showy.
Variants of Manus
MánusMagnusManas
Manus popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2023 Manus ranked #732 in Ireland (3 babies) and #11,542 in the US (6 babies). It is far more popular in Ireland than in America.
Ireland (boys)United States (boys)
Rank among babies of the same sex, 1 = most popular (log scale). Ranks below #10,000 sit on the bottom edge. Gaps mean fewer than 3 Irish or 5 US babies that year.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Manus mean?
Manus means "great". From the Latin Magnus, meaning great, brought to Ireland by the Norse.
How do you pronounce Manus?
Manus is pronounced MAN-us.
What is the origin of Manus?
Manus is of Irish (Latin) origin. From the Latin Magnus, meaning great, brought to Ireland by the Norse.