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UK boy's name

Mano

A masculine name of Spanish origin meaning "hand" or "power".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Mano is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Mano popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2024 to 2024. 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.

Mano is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Mano. 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 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Mano ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2024, when 3 boys were registered as Mano.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mano as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5119

2024

Births in 2024

3

Latest year

Peak year

2024

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Mano mean?

The name Mano has its origins in the Sanskrit language, derived from the word "manas," which means mind, intellect, or soul. This name has been prevalent in various Indian cultures and regions for centuries.

In ancient Hindu texts, such as the Vedas and Upanishads, the term "manas" is frequently used to refer to the human mind and its ability to perceive and understand the world. The name Mano is believed to have been given to individuals with a strong intellect or spiritual inclination.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Mano can be found in the epic poem Ramayana, where it is mentioned as the name of a sage or rishi. This sage is described as a wise and learned individual, known for his profound insights and teachings.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Mano. One such individual was Mano Sivacharya (1308-1397), a renowned Hindu philosopher and scholar from South India. He was known for his contributions to the Advaita Vedanta school of thought and his commentaries on various sacred texts.

Another prominent figure was Mano Vignanam (1675-1741), a Tamil poet and composer from the Tamil Nadu region of India. His literary works, including devotional songs and poems, were highly influential in the Bhakti movement and are still widely celebrated today.

In the realm of art and culture, Mano Zilian (1906-1992) was a renowned Armenian painter and sculptor. Born in Turkey, he later emigrated to the United States, where his works gained international recognition and are exhibited in numerous prestigious galleries and museums.

The name Mano has also been associated with notable figures in the field of science and technology. Mano Singham (1924-2011) was a distinguished Sri Lankan-American physicist and educator, known for his contributions to the field of particle physics and his work in promoting science education.

Another individual of note is Mano Miltiades (1922-2005), a Greek-American computer scientist and engineer. He played a significant role in the development of early computer systems and is remembered for his contributions to the field of computer architecture and design.

While the name Mano has its roots in ancient Sanskrit and Indian traditions, it has transcended cultural and geographical boundaries, with individuals bearing this name making significant contributions across various fields throughout history.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Mano by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mano 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 #5119 3 1

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FAQ

Mano: questions and answers

How popular is the name Mano in the UK right now?

In 2024, Mano was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Mano most popular?

The peak year on record was 2024, with 3 babies registered as Mano in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Mano?

A masculine name of Spanish origin meaning "hand" or "power".

How many people are called Mano in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Mano across the 1 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.