#7262024 rank
1979peak year
250,900babies named Monica since 1880
▼ 15%5-year trend
Monica popularity over 145 years
💎 Rare find · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Monica mean?
Of uncertain origin, possibly from Latin monere 'to advise' or a North African name; borne by Saint Monica, mother of Augustine.
OriginLatin
Syllables3
Gendergirl
Styleclassic, vintage
Names like Monica
Same era, same vibe — if you like Monica, these usually land on the shortlist too.
Famous Monicas
- Monica Bellucci, actress
- Monica Seles, athlete
Spellings & variants
MonikaMónica
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