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Manav

मानव
Maa-nav · /ˈmɑːnəv/
MasculineSanskritIndianRegional
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Meaning
Human being, man, descendant of Manu
Legacy
Manu is the mythical progenitor of humanity in Hindu traditions, a sage who saved mankind from a great flood.
Known for
The name Manav is well-known and regularly used in several regions of India, often appearing in popular culture and everyday life.
human

The images that carry it

👨
This emoji directly represents 'man' or 'human being', which is the primary meaning of the name Manav.
🌱
The sprout symbolizes growth and the start of life, relating to Manav's connection as a descendant of humanity's progenitor.
🌍
This emoji represents Earth and the human world, reflecting the name's broad reference to all of humanity.

What it asks of you

Moral
Act with empathy towards all living beings.
Character
It embodies the essence of universal brotherhood.
Mindset
Approaches the world with a sense of shared humanity.

Wander further

Alternate spellingsMuna Manash Manas Manasi Manu Mina
Kindred meaningsLeif Frank Aureliano Sushil Devi Manish
Same languageLakshmi Arjun Kavya Pawan Shalini Agatsya

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