UK girl's name
Maansi
A feminine name of Indian origin meaning "ray of moonlight".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Maansi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Maansi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5556, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2007 to 2009. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Maansi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Maansi ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 3 girls were registered as Maansi.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Maansi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5556
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Maansi mean?
The name Maansi has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that originated in the Indian subcontinent. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "mansi," which means "intelligence" or "wisdom." It is a feminine name that gained popularity in various parts of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the northern regions.
Maansi is believed to have been in use since ancient times, as evidenced by its mention in various Hindu scriptures and texts. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India, where it is mentioned as the name of a character.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Maansi. One of the earliest recorded examples is Maansi Devi, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 11th century CE in the northern Indian region of Kashmir. Her works, which focused on poetry and philosophy, were highly acclaimed during her time.
Another notable figure with the name Maansi was Maansi Irani, a prominent Indian actress and dancer who lived from 1912 to 2003. She was widely recognized for her contributions to the Indian film industry, particularly in the realm of classical dance performances.
In the field of literature, Maansi Thapar, born in 1942, is a well-known Indian historian and author. She has written extensively on ancient Indian history and has received numerous accolades for her scholarly works, including the prestigious Kluge Prize for the Study of Humanity in 2008.
Moving to the realm of music, Maansi Nanavati, born in 1982, is a renowned Indian classical vocalist. She has performed extensively both in India and abroad, showcasing her mastery of the Hindustani classical music tradition.
Another notable individual with the name Maansi is Maansi Shah, born in 1988, an Indian actress and model who has appeared in various Bollywood films and television shows. She is recognized for her talent and has garnered a significant following in the entertainment industry.
While the name Maansi has its roots in the Indian subcontinent and is closely associated with the Sanskrit language, it has gained popularity across various cultures and regions over time, with individuals from diverse backgrounds embracing this name for its meaning and cultural significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Maansi over time
The chart below shows babies named Maansi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Maansi, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2009, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Maansi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Maansi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #5379 | 6 | 2 |
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- Matilda 29,965
- Maya 26,445
- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
- Maddison 14,918
FAQ
Maansi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Maansi in the UK right now?
In 2009, Maansi was ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Maansi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 3 babies registered as Maansi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Maansi?
A feminine name of Indian origin meaning "ray of moonlight".
How many people are called Maansi in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Maansi across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.