Declining since 2003.
Popularity of Maanav since 2000
Babies named Maanav per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 85 |
| 2010s | 56 |
| 2020s | 19 |
Meaning & origin
Maanav is a rare modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 2000, a relatively recent appearance. Its peak usage occurred in 2002, after which it began a steady decline, with its trajectory falling since 2003. The name has never ranked in the top 1000, and its one-in-N ratio is not calculable due to low frequency. It has no recorded top states. While visually similar to the Sanskrit-derived Manav, the spelling Maanav appears to be a modern English innovation rather than a direct borrowing. Parents choosing Maanav today are selecting a distinctive, uncommon name with a contemporary feel.
Maanav first appeared in U.S. records in 2000, suggesting it is a modern coinage or respelling, possibly influenced by the Indian name Manav (meaning 'human' or 'mankind' in Sanskrit) but adapted to English spelling conventions. Its use remains rare, with peak popularity in 2002 and a declining trajectory since 2003.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Manav
Sibling names for Maanav
Names that share Maanav's style, for a brother or sister.
