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Manon

/ mah-NOHN /
Girl French 2 syllables
Meaning
Manon means Bitter; beloved (French).
Gender
Girl
Origin
French
Pronunciation
mah-NOHN
Popularity
#9864 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Manon in the US, 1880–2025
192019401960198020002020

Manon first appears in US records in 1917. It peaked in 1999, when 26 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 10.

Source: US Social Security Administration.

Is Manon popular?

Steady Manon has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 1999.

US babies given the name Manon, by decade
2020s 47
2010s 61
2000s 161
1990s 175
1980s 47
1970s 75
1960s 102
1950s 73
1940s 25
1930s 26
1920s 36
1910s 5

Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.

What does Manon mean?

Manon is a French pet form of Marie, sharing its debated meanings.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Manon mean?

Manon means Bitter; beloved. Manon is a French pet form of Marie, sharing its debated meanings.

What is the origin of the name Manon?

Manon is of French origin.

How do you pronounce Manon?

Manon is pronounced “mah-NOHN.”

Is Manon a boy or a girl name?

Manon is most commonly used as a girl name.

Is Manon a popular name right now?

Manon has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 1999.

How popular is the name Manon?

In 2025, Manon ranked #9864 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.

When was the name Manon most popular?

Manon was most popular in 1999, when about 26 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.

What names are similar to Manon?

Names similar to Manon include Oceane, Clemence, Fleur, Capucine, Amandine.

What names go well with Manon?

French names that pair well with Manon include Amy, Paul, Charlotte, Louise, Roy.