Manasseh - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Manasseh \m(a)-nas

is of Hebrew origin, and its meaning is "making forgetfulness". The anglicised version that is popular in Israel. The Civil War of Bull Run was fought near the town of Manassas in Virginia.

Manasseh has 5 variant forms: Manassas, Manases, Manasio, Menashe and Menashi.

Baby names that sound like Manasseh are Manus, Magnus, Magnes, Manzo and Minos.

Manasseh is an uncommon first name for men and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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