How Many People Are Named Manfred?

Complete statistics for the name Manfred: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Manfred
Very Rare
German

Manfred means 'protector of mankind' and it's very rare, with only 1 in 414,471 Americans sharing this unique name. That's just 796 people today, making it stand out among the crowd, and most folks named Manfred are over 60, giving the name a decidedly older feel.

~410
Living in US
1 in 808,413
Americans
1958
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Protector of mankind
🌐
Origin
German
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Protective Determined
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,066,255
Worldwide Bearers
#816
Global Rank
🇩🇪 Germany
945,413
🇦🇹 Austria
67,498
🇨🇭 Switzerland
8,844
🇺🇸 United States
6,738
🇨🇲 Cameroon
4,040
🇹🇿 Tanzania
3,426
🇨🇦 Canada
2,278
🇳🇱 Netherlands
2,114
🇬🇭 Ghana
2,079
🇿🇦 South Africa
1,904

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
796 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 71
101
Would be under 30 (7%)
339
Would be 30–60 (23%)
1,015
Would be over 60 (70%)

All 1,455 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1958

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
90
Classic Feel
65
Modern Appeal
35
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Manfred Through the Generations

Manfred has seen its heyday and now enjoys a stable presence in the United States, peaking in popularity back in 1958 with 37 births. Today, there are 796 people named Manfred living in the country, with the majority being over 60 years old. This age skew paints a picture of a name that's deeply rooted in the past but still cherished by those who carry it, maintaining a classic yet timeless appeal.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 128
Illinois 19
California 18
Michigan 5
New Jersey 5

⭐ Famous People Named Manfred

Manfred is a given name of Alemannic origin, being derived from man ('man') and fridu, meaning "man of peace".…

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✨ Similar Names to Manfred

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Manfred's German roots

📄 About the Name Manfred

How Many People Have the Name Manfred?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 410 people in the United States currently share the name Manfred. That works out to roughly 1 in every 808,413 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Manfred a Common or Rare Name?

Manfred is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Manfred Mean?

Manfred means "protector of mankind" and comes from German origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Manfred in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Manfred Most Popular?

The name Manfred reached peak popularity in 1958, with 37 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Manfred?

Approximately 410 people named Manfred live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 410. That works out to roughly 1 in 808,413 Americans.

Is Manfred a rare name?

Manfred is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 808,413 Americans has this name.

What does the name Manfred mean?

Manfred means "protector of mankind" and comes from German origins.

Is Manfred more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Manfred are male and 0% are female.

When was Manfred most popular?

Manfred peaked in 1958 with 37 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US410
All-Time Births410
1 in X1 in 808,413
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age71
Peak Year1958
World Rank#816
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.