All about the name MANASSEH

Meaning, origin, history.

Manasseh is an uncommon yet significant biblical given name, derived from Hebrew origins. It is the name of one of Jacob's twelve sons and a grandson of Abraham through Isaac, as recorded in the Book of Genesis. The name Manasseh means "making to forget" or "cause to forget," which could be interpreted as a reference to God's ability to forgive past transgressions. In later biblical contexts, it is also the name of two kings of Judah.

See also

Jewish

Popularity of the name MANASSEH since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

"Manasseh was born five times in the year 2001."