Manfred is of German origin, derived from the elements 'man' meaning 'person, man' and 'frid' signifying 'peace'. It was popularized during medieval times by Manfred I, King of Sicily in the 13th century. The name Manfred is often associated with the tragic hero of Byron's poem, 'Manfred', which further contributed to its recognition in English-speaking countries.
"Manfred was quite popular as a baby boy's name in the year 1936, with five little Manfreds welcomed into the world that year."