McManus

McManus is a surname of Irish origin. It is an anglicized form of a Gaelic patronymic, derived from the prefix Mac ("son of") attached to a personal given name, historically rendered in English as Manus or a related form. Over time, the spelling evolved to McManus and MacManus; other forms are also encountered in genealogical records. The name historically appeared in Ireland, especially among families in the northern and western provinces, and it spread with emigration to North America, Britain, Australia, and elsewhere.

Today, McManus is a relatively common surname in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora. It is borne by people in a wide range of fields, including politics, sports, the arts, science, and business. Notable individuals with the surname have contributed to journalism, literature, and public life, among other areas, though no single bearer defines the name.

See also: MacManus (surname). The McManus name has appeared in place names and in fictional works as a character surname, reflecting its popularity as an Irish family name.