Mansur

“Victorious”

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8050US 2023

10Births / yr

↓Falling

213All-time births

📅 Since 197700

What does Mansur mean and where does it come from?

The name Mansur (مَنْصُور) is of Arabic origin, commonly used in countries of the Middle East and North Africa. It has been used historically among Arabic-speaking communities since the early Islamic period, gaining prominence as a given name among notable figures in Muslim history, including severa

Cultural significance

Mansur has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of victorious.

Peak popularity

Reached #4503 in 1984 — currently #8050 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Mansur?

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

Mansur Grace

How popular is Mansur right now?

Falling — down 968 spots — currently #8050 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#8050 · Top 5.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8050	10	▼ down 968 · -17% births
2022	#7082	12	▲ up 4546 · +100% births
2021	#11628	6	▼ down 2728 · -25% births
2020	#8900	8	▲ up 2129 · +33% births
2015	#11029	6	▼ down 1933 · -25% births
2010	#9096	8	▲ up 1476 · +33% births
2005	#10572	6	▲ up 317 · +20% births
2000	#10889	5	▼ down 2073
1990	#8816	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Mansur

Best Year2022Rank #7082

Peak Count12

Average Rank#9562

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 20239 years

The story of Mansur

Mansur is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1977. With 213 total births recorded, Mansur remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8816 in 1990 to #8050 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Mansur in 1984:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua David

Mansur by decade

Mansur peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	13
1980s	29
1990s	29
2000s	51
2010s ★	83
2020s	8

💎Mansur has only 213 total recorded births since 1977 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Mansur?

Common

ManMaAnsur

Famous people named Mansur

Mansur (Islamic scholar)

Mansur bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Mansur (historical Arab ruler)

Mansur held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Mansur (Sufi mystic)

Mansur used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Mansur (Islamic scholar)

Mansur bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

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What names sound and feel like Mansur?

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

Mansour

Arabic · Victorious

Bandur

Arabic · A Arabic name

South Asia · মজুর - meaning

Jasur

Uzbekistan · Brave, powerful

Mayur

India · peacock

Majour

American · Major; a leader

How is Mansur written in other languages?

منصور

Arabic

Common questions about the name Mansur

What does the name Mansur mean?

Mansur 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 Mansur?

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

What is the cultural origin of Mansur?

Mansur 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.

Is Mansur trending right now?

Mansur is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Mansur a common or rare name?

Mansur is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.