All about the name

Mann

Male

« The name Mann is of German origin, meaning 'man', and was originally an occupational surname given to male servants or farmers. »

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Meaning, origin, history

The name Mann is of German origin and means "man". It is a occupational surname that was originally given to a male servant or farmer. The name is derived from the Middle High German word "man", which means "man" or "servant". The use of Mann as a given name is relatively recent, having gained popularity in the mid-20th century. In some cases, it may be used as a unisex given name, but it is more commonly associated with males. There are no notable historical figures named Mann, and there are no significant events or holidays associated with this name. However, it has been used by several famous individuals throughout history, including the American poet and essayist Thomas Mann (1875-1955) and the British actor Nicholas Mann (born 1942).

In numbers

Popularity of the name Mann since 1880

Total births
132
Total since 1880
Peak year
1918
7 births
in 2018
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-58%
vs previous 5 years