Mannix
Gender: Boy
Origin: Irish
Meaning: Monk
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Mannix Meaning and Origin
Mannix is a boy’s name meaning “monk” and is of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic “Ó Mainnín,” which means “descendant of Mainnín.” The personal name Mainnín is thought to mean “little monk.” The Mannix family has a long history in Ireland, particularly in the province of Munster. The name can be traced back to the 12th century, when a member of the family was recorded as the Bishop of Cork. In addition to its use as a surname, Mannix is also a given name. One of the most famous people with the given name Mannix was Daniel Mannix, an Australian Roman Catholic cardinal who served as the Archbishop of Melbourne from 1917 to 1963. He was known for his outspoken views on social and political issues and for his opposition to conscription and the Vietnam War. Mannix is also the title of a popular American television series that aired from 1967 to 1975.
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