Menno

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Pronounced MEH-noh /ˈmɛ.noʊ/High

Meaning: A Frisian/Dutch short form linked to names with the element 'man'/'megin' ('strength'); borne by reformer Menno SimonsMedium

In 30 seconds: A Frisian name of quiet strength: Menno is the Dutch short form behind Menno Simons, founder of the Mennonites. Warm, simple, and rooted in faith and 'strength'.

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Origin MediumGermanic, Frisian

MeaningA Frisian/Dutch short form linked to names with the element 'man'/'megin' ('strength'); borne by reformer Menno Simons

U.S. rank (2025)#3722 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births30 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,445

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Menno is a Frisian and Dutch name, a short form linked to names containing man or the element megin, 'strength, might'. Its most famous bearer is Menno Simons, the 16th-century Anabaptist leader after whom the Mennonites are named. A warm, faith-rooted name.

In the U.S. it appears in Mennonite and Dutch-heritage families. Rare, strength at the root, and gentle.

Did you know? The Mennonites take their name from Menno Simons, the 16th-century Dutch reformer — so this gentle Frisian name is linked to a whole tradition of peace and simple living.

Overall data confidence 75%

Behind the Name — Menno — etymology

Variations

MeinoMenne

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

★Menno Simons (1496-1561)
Frisian Anabaptist religious leader for whom the Mennonites are named
★Menno ter Braak (1902-1940)
Dutch writer, critic and essayist

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Menno mean?

Menno is a Frisian name linked to 'strength'; it's famous from reformer Menno Simons.

How do you pronounce Menno?

It's said MEH-noh /ˈmɛ.noʊ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Menno a boy or girl name?

Menno is a boy's name.

How popular is Menno?

Menno is a rare name in the U.S.