Manhattan

Manhattan is the smallest yet one of the most populous New York City boroughs. The area was historically inhabited by Munsee Lenape and Wappinger tribes of Native Americans, and the name Manhattan is derived from the Munsee Lenape language. Hickory trees that were used to make bows grew on the southern part of Manhattan, which inspired the term manaháhtaan, from the Munsee Lenape words for "gather" and "bow."

Manhattan debuted as a girl name in 2000 and has been used sparingly since then. Hattie is a potential nickname.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

place for gathering the [wood to make] bows

Origin

Munsee Lenape, Native American

Numerology

M is for melody, the song of life.

A is for altruism, the unselfish you.

N is for name, a pleasant one indeed.

H is for handy, the helpful you.

A is for admirable, you certainly are!

T is for tried, tried and true you.

T is for tried, tried and true you.

A is for absolute, for you know your mind.

N is for natural, the genuine side of you.

Lucky

Manhattan lucky number is 2.

Within numerology, the 2 vibration assumes the role of the mediator, creating harmony by bringing together dissonant forces through compassion, empathy, and kindness. 2 is linked to psychic abilities and intuition, and if this number appears as a Life Path or Destiny Number, the individual will be astute to subtle energy shifts and emotional nuances. Because 2 is so sensitive, it is very conflict-averse, and can end up feeling under-appreciated or unacknowledged. 2 must avoid seeking external validation and, instead, realize that perfect equilibrium needed already exists within.