Mansi

Mansi is a British surname, believed to have origins dating back to the medieval period. The surname is of Old French and Middle English origin, derived from the personal name "Manasse," which is itself composed of the elements "man" meaning "man" or "mankind," and "ase," which is a Hebrew name derived from the tribe of Menasseh.

This surname is primarily found in England, particularly in regions such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and London. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Mansi have been traced carrying out a variety of occupations, ranging from agricultural work to trade and business.

The history of the Mansi family encapsulates the narrative of British social and economic evolution, reflecting changes in the country's economy and society. Today, the surname remains a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, embodying a legacy that reaches back through the annals of time.

In contemporary times, bearers of the Mansi surname can be found across the globe, with many individuals still tracing their roots back to the British Isles. The surname continues to retain its significance as a marker of familial history and identity.

There are approximately 524 people named Mansi in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Mansi.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Italy

Language of origin: Italian

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Delmo
  • John
  • Joseph
  • Luigi
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Timothy

Female

  • Anna
  • Carla
  • Christina
  • Claire
  • Jennifer
  • Margaret
  • Maria
  • Pamela
  • Patricia
  • Rachel
  • Rita
  • Sandra
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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