Manasseh Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Manasseh Name at a Glance

Name	Manasseh
Meaning	To forget. The elder son of Joseph in the Old Testament.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Manasseh Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Manasseh means “To forget. The elder son of Joseph in the Old Testament”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Manasseh Name Origin

Our database records Manasseh under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Manasseh a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Manasseh is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Manasseh

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