मनीष

Manish

boySanskritHindu

Manish is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of the mind; wise”.

MeaningLord of the mind; wise
GenderBoy
OriginSanskrit
Written asमनीष
PronunciationMUH-neesh
TraditionHindu
Used inIndia, Nepal

Meaning and origin of Manish

Manish is explained either as mana + isha, 'lord of the mind', or from Sanskrit manishin, 'wise' or 'thoughtful', and both readings point towards intelligence. It was very popular in India in the second half of the twentieth century. Well-known bearers include the fashion designer Manish Malhotra and the actor Manish Paul.

Is Manish a Hindu name?

Manish is a Hindu name with an intellectual meaning; it is sometimes linked with Shiva but is not principally a deity name.

How popular is Manish?

Very common among Indian men born from the 1960s to the 1990s.

Gifts with the name Manish

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Spellings and variants of Manish

ManeeshManesh

Names similar to Manish

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Manish mean?

Manish means 'Lord of the mind; wise'. It is of Sanskrit origin.

Is Manish a Hindu name?

Manish is a Hindu name with an intellectual meaning; it is sometimes linked with Shiva but is not principally a deity name.

How do you pronounce Manish?

Manish is pronounced MUH-neesh.

Is Manish a boy or girl name?

Manish is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.