Manning
Manning is a boys' name of English origin meaning “son of the brave one.” Manning is a patronymic surname meaning 'son of Mann' (the brave or strong one).
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how do you pronounce Manning?
MAN-ing
more about Manning
In American culture, it is strongly associated with the Manning football dynasty — Archie, Peyton, and Eli Manning. The name projects athletic prowess, leadership, and a confident, all-American quality.
how popular is this name?
Manning has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 8 years since 1881, and fell outside it for 28. It peaked at #653 in 1881, and ranked #964 in 1916.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 1916 | #964 |
| 1881 | #653 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Manning fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Manning?
- Peyton Manning (legendary American football quarterback)
- Eli Manning (American football quarterback, two-time Super Bowl MVP)
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quick answers about Manning
What does the name Manning mean?
Manning means “son of the brave one”.
What is the origin of the name Manning?
Manning comes from the English naming tradition.
How popular is the name Manning?
Manning ranked #964 in the US in 1916, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 1881, at #653, and it has spent 8 years in the top 1,000 since 1881.
Is Manning a boy or girl name?
Manning is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Manning?
Manning is pronounced MAN-ing, with 2 syllables.
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