Manoah

“rest, tranquility”

Israel origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4827US 2023

21Births / yr

↑Rising

204All-time births

📅 Since 197900

How to pronounce Manoah

MAH·noh·AH

/ˈmɑ.noʊ.ˈɑ/ · stress on MAH · 3 syllables

“rest, tranquility”

Israel origin · Boy name

What does Manoah mean and where does it come from?

The name Manoah (מְנחָה) has biblical origins and appears in the Book of Judges in the Hebrew Bible. Manoah was the father of Samson, one of the judges of Israel. The name evokes a sense of peace and rest and is more commonly used in Jewish communities and among those familiar with biblical texts. I

Cultural significance

Manoah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of rest, tranquility.

Peak popularity

Reached #5198 in 2016 — currently #4827 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Manoah?

Manoah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Manoah Grace

How popular is Manoah right now?

Rising fast — up 1211 spots — currently #4827 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#4827 · Top 3.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4827	21	▲ up 1211 · +40% births
2022	#6038	15	▼ down 563 · -12% births
2021	#5475	17	▲ up 288 · +13% births
2020	#5763	15	▲ up 1454 · +36% births
2015	#7217	11	▼ down 368 · -8% births
2010	#6849	12	▲ up 2032 · +140% births
1990	#8881	5	▼ down 1614
1985	#7267	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Manoah

Best Year2023Rank #4827

Peak Count21

Average Rank#6540

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1985 - 20238 years

The story of Manoah

Manoah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1979. With 204 total births recorded, Manoah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7267 in 1985 to #4827 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Manoah in 2016:

Noah Liam William Mason James

Manoah by decade

Manoah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	5
1990s	21
2000s	37
2010s ★	121
2020s	15

💎Manoah has only 204 total recorded births since 1979 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Manoah?

Common

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What names sound and feel like Manoah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Manoah also consider these

Zanoah

Israel · Hebrew

Makoah

Hebrew · The Glory or

Janoah

Hebrew · God is gracious

Nakoah

Israel · rest, ease

Kanoah

Hawaii · The name Kanoah

Anoah

Hebrew · נח

Manoa

Hawaii · deep and dark

Damoah

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Manoah

What does the name Manoah mean?

Manoah means "rest, tranquility" — a name rooted in Israel tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Manoah?

Manoah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Manoah have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Manoah?

Manoah originates from Israel tradition. Israel names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Manoah?

Manoah is a three-syllable name pronounced M AA1 N OW0 AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Manoah?

Manoah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Israel heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.