Declining since 2021.
Popularity of Manson since 1880
Babies named Manson per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1923, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Manson's real moment was 1892.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 11 |
| 1890s | 14 |
| 1900s | 11 |
| 1910s | 113 |
| 1920s | 158 |
| 1930s | 104 |
| 1940s | 89 |
| 1950s | 81 |
| 1960s | 63 |
| 1970s | 22 |
| 1980s | 26 |
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 24 |
| 2010s | 55 |
| 2020s | 33 |
Meaning & origin
Manson is a patronymic surname adapted as a given name, rooted in Scandinavian and English naming traditions. Its peak year was 1892, before it fell out of common use. By 2025, the name had declined further with no recorded births in recent years (one-in-N unknown). The name's trajectory has been falling since 2021, and it has never been associated with any top states. The strong cultural association with a notorious historical figure has made it a rare choice for modern parents.
Manson is an English and Scandinavian patronymic surname derived from the Old Norse personal name Magnús, meaning 'great', or from the Middle English 'mann' (man) with the suffix '-son'. As a given name, it has been used occasionally since the 19th century, particularly in Scotland and northern England. The name gained notoriety in the 20th century due to its association with Charles Manson, which severely impacted its popularity.
Sibling names for Manson
Names that share Manson's style, for a brother or sister.
