Manu

Meaning & origin

Manu is a masculine name with roots in India, derived from Sanskrit, where it conveys the idea of wisdom. In ancient Hindu tradition, Manu refers to the primordial human and a foundational figure in early religious texts. The name is used across several languages and can also function as a shortened form of Manuel.

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Famous people with the first name Manu

• Manu Bennett New Zealand actor and model of Māori descent
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