Manbir is a name of Indian origin, derived from the Punjabi language. Its meaning is "one who is unique" or "a person with a rare and precious existence." The name Manbir is composed of two parts: "man" which means "mind" or "intelligence," and "bir" which means "unique" or "rare."
The history of the name Manbir is not well-documented, but it is believed to have been used among the Punjabi community in India for generations. It is possible that the name was given to children who were considered special or gifted in some way, as suggested by its meaning.
Today, Manbir remains a popular name among the Punjabi community and has gained international recognition due to the growing global Indian population. Despite its relative rarity compared to more common names like Raj or Singh, Manbir continues to be chosen by parents who wish to bestow upon their children a unique and meaningful name with deep cultural roots.
The name Manbir has had a steady presence in the United States over the past two decades, with a total of 17 babies given this name since 1990. The peak years for this name were 1998 and 1999, when there were five births each year. Prior to that, in 1990, there were seven births with the name Manbir. It's fascinating to observe how the popularity of names can fluctuate over time, even if only slightly, as seen with this unique moniker.