Holding steady, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Manaal since 1998
Babies named Manaal per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2002, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Manaal's real moment was 2021.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 111 |
| 2010s | 142 |
| 2020s | 80 |
Meaning & origin
Manaal is a name of Arabic origin meaning "achievement" or "attainment." It first appeared in U.S. records in 1998, reflecting the growing diversity of names brought by immigrant communities. The name reached its peak popularity in 2021, the same year it saw its widest adoption. Despite a relatively low ranking of 8,362 in 2025, its stable trajectory suggests a steady but niche appeal. With a 1-in-133,939 occurrence rate, Manaal remains a distinctive choice that carries a positive, aspirational meaning. Its sound and spelling are straightforward for English speakers, while its cultural roots offer a connection to Arabic heritage.
Manaal comes from the Arabic root n-w-l, related to attainment and gift-giving. It has been used as a feminine given name in Arabic-speaking communities, often carrying the hopeful connotation of reaching one's goals. The name entered U.S. records in 1998 and has seen gradual use, with a peak in 2021.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mani, Nala
Sibling names for Manaal
Names that share Manaal's style, for a brother or sister.
