Declining since 2016, #2,326 for girls today.
Popularity of Manha since 2004
Babies named Manha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 100 |
| 2010s | 763 |
| 2020s | 464 |
Meaning & origin
Manha is an Arabic name meaning 'a gift from God,' and it entered U.S. naming records in 2004. Since then, it has maintained a niche but consistent presence, with its peak popularity occurring in 2023. The name has been on a falling trajectory since 2016, but it remains a meaningful choice for families seeking a name with spiritual resonance. In 2025, about 1 in 20,606 baby girls were named Manha, and it was most common in Minnesota, New York, and Ohio. The name carries a sense of gratitude and humility, reflecting its etymological roots in the concept of divine bestowal.
Manha is an Arabic name derived from the root m-n-h, which conveys the concept of bestowal or granting. It directly translates to 'a gift' or 'blessing' and is often interpreted as a divine favor. The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world, particularly in Islamic contexts, where it reflects gratitude toward God. It entered U.S. naming records in 2004 and has seen modest but steady use among Muslim families.
Where Manha is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Manha” around the world
Where Manha lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Manny, Haha
Variants: Manhal, Minha
Sibling names for Manha
Names that share Manha's style, for a brother or sister.
