[1][2][3][4][5] He is the manasaputra (mind-born son) of Brahma and husband of Shatarupa, the first woman.
[note 1] He then created in her a couple, the means of excellent nature.
The man was Svayambhuva Manu, the greatest of the means (of creation).
According to the Bhagavata Purana, While he was thus absorbed in contemplation and was observing the supernatural power, two other forms were generated from his body.
According to the Devi Bhagavata Purana The four faced Brahma, on being born, produced from His mind Svayambhuva Manu and his wife shatarupa, the embodiment of all virtues.