What does Mansoor mean and where does it come from?
Mansoor (منصور) is an Arabic name commonly found in many Arabic-speaking countries as well as in South Asia, particularly among Muslim communities in Pakistan and India. The name is derived from the Arabic root 'n-s-r' which means 'to help' or 'to aid.' It signifies someone who has achieved victory
Cultural significance
Mansoor has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of victorious.
Peak popularity
Reached #4112 in 1981 — currently #9413 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Mansoor?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Mansoor?
Mansoor works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Mansoor Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Mansoor John
One syllable · timeless choice
Mansoor Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Mansoor Beau
One syllable · on the rise
Mansoor Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
Mansoor Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Mansoor right now?
Falling — down 1848 spots — currently #9413 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2025 | #9413 | 8 | ▼ down 1848 · -27% births |
| 2024 | #7565 | 11 | ▲ up 4161 · +83% births |
| 2023 | #11726 | 6 | ▼ down 4645 · -50% births |
| 2022 | #7081 | 12 | ▲ up 1505 · +33% births |
| 2021 | #8586 | 9 | ▼ down 1869 · -25% births |
| 2020 | #6717 | 12 | ▲ up 4283 · +100% births |
| 2015 | #11000 | 6 | ▼ down 3751 · -45% births |
| 2010 | #7249 | 11 | ▲ up 52 · +10% births |
| 2005 | #7301 | 10 | ▲ up 3546 · +100% births |
| 2000 | #10847 | 5 | ▼ down 2604 · -17% births |
| 1995 | #8243 | 6 | ▲ up 535 · +20% births |
| 1990 | #8778 | 5 | ▼ down 4159 · -44% births |
| 1985 | #4619 | 9 | ▲ up 1462 · +50% births |
| 1980 | #6081 | 6 | ▲ up 160 · +20% births |
| 1975 | #6241 | 5 | — |
The story of Mansoor
Mansoor is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1975. With 287 total births recorded, Mansoor remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6241 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11726 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Mansoor in 1981:
Mansoor by decade
Mansoor peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 1970s | 15 | |
| 1980s | 62 | |
| 1990s | 51 | |
| 2000s ★ | 76 | |
| 2010s | 71 | |
| 2020s | 31 | |
💎Mansoor has only 287 total recorded births since 1975 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Mansoor?
Famous people named Mansoor
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Mansoor (Quranic figure)
Mansoor appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.
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Mansoor (historical Arab ruler)
Mansoor held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.
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Mansoor (Sufi mystic)
Mansoor used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
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Mansoor (Islamic scholar)
Mansoor bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.
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Common questions about the name Mansoor
What does the name Mansoor mean?
Mansoor means "victorious" — a name rooted in Arabic 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 Mansoor?
Mansoor is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.
What is the cultural origin of Mansoor?
Mansoor originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic 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 Mansoor?
Mansoor is a three-syllable name pronounced MANS-OH-AWR. 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 Mansoor?
Mansoor pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.