The compound word "Manikong" is formed from the Italian "Manito" which stands for a secret friend of guardian angel and "Bean" with a symbol of hope which grows rapidly. The whole figuration is made by combining verbose duck mouth, always saying to cheer up, with a growing shoot of bean for hope.

As a motive of hope, this cute little friend may give us hope during difficult times or when people are stressed out with its supportive and cheerful character.