UK boy's name
Manase
A Hebrew name meaning "causing to forget" or "the one who forgets".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Manase is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Manase popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4991, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 5 births.
This profile covers 14 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2018 to 2023. 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 14 living people in the UK are called Manase. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Manase ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 5 boys were registered as Manase.
- • About 14 living people in the UK are estimated to have Manase as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4991
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2022
5 births
Estimated living
14
2026
Meaning
What does Manase mean?
The name Manase originates from the Hebrew language and culture, with its roots traced back to ancient biblical times. It is derived from the Hebrew word "Menashsheh," which means "causing to forget." The name holds significance in the Old Testament, being the name of one of the sons of Joseph and a tribe of Israel.
In the Book of Genesis, Manasseh is described as the firstborn son of Joseph and his Egyptian wife, Asenath. Joseph gave him this name, saying, "God has made me forget all my toil and all my father's house." The name was a symbol of Joseph's ability to move past his hardships and find a new life in Egypt.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Manase can be found in the ancient Hebrew scriptures, where it appears as the name of Joseph's son and the tribe that descended from him. The tribe of Manasseh played a significant role in the conquest and settlement of Canaan, with the territory east of the Jordan River allocated to them.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Manase. One of the earliest was Manasseh, the 14th king of Judah, who reigned from approximately 687 to 642 BCE. He is remembered for initially promoting idolatry and other religious reforms before later repenting and restoring the worship of God.
Another prominent figure with this name was Manasseh ben Israel (1604-1657), a renowned Jewish scholar, writer, and leader of the Dutch Jewish community. He played a pivotal role in advocating for the readmission of Jews to England after their expulsion in 1290.
In the realm of art, Manasse Meit (1650-1718) was a notable German painter and engraver known for his religious and mythological works. His paintings can be found in various churches and museums across Europe.
Manase Dosa (1830-1889) was a respected Romanian writer, journalist, and politician who played a significant role in the cultural and political life of his country during the 19th century.
Lastly, Manase Massu (1858-1913) was a Samoan chief and orator who played a crucial role in the resistance against German colonial rule in Samoa during the late 19th century.
These are just a few examples of the historical figures who have borne the name Manase, each leaving their mark on various fields and cultures throughout the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Manase over time
The chart below shows babies named Manase registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2018 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Manase, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Manase by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Manase 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4410 | 11 | 3 |
| 2010s | #4749 | 3 | 1 |
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- Mohammad 25,910
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- Muhammed 11,527
- Mark 11,336
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FAQ
Manase: questions and answers
How popular is the name Manase in the UK right now?
In 2023, Manase was ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Manase most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 5 babies registered as Manase in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Manase?
A Hebrew name meaning "causing to forget" or "the one who forgets".
How many people are called Manase in the UK?
A total of 14 babies have been registered as Manase across the 4 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.