Monette Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Monette is a French diminutive of the name Monique, which itself is derived from the Latin Monica. The name means 'little advisor' and has evolved through various forms in the French language. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is associated with positive traits such as warmth and creativity. There is no biblical relevance for the name Monette.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Monette"
Pronunciation
/məˈnɛt/
Origin
French
Etymology
Monette is a diminutive form of the name 'Monique', which is derived from the Latin name 'Monica'. The name Monica is believed to originate from the North African Latin word 'monachus', which means 'solitary' or 'alone'.
Meaning
little advisor
Language Evolution
Monica (Latin), Monique (French), Monette (French diminutive)
Historical Usage
Monette became popular in the 20th century as a feminine name in French-speaking countries, often used as a term of endearment.
Variants & Derivatives
Monique, Monica, Mona
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Monette is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with creativity and warmth.
Famous People
Monette Moore, a renowned American poet, Monette Sudler, an accomplished jazz guitarist
📊 Monette Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Explore More Monette Name Visualizations
✨ Monette Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 40 peak births in 1962
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Monette"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Monette"
"Monette" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3279th of 9107 | 138 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2738th of 9204 | 194 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2333rd of 12526 | 431 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2880th of 19264 | 401 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7737th of 27321 | 147 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28012th of 35406 | 14 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 26286th of 30306 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Monette" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Monette" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
94.89% 2245th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
70.10% 2000th/2853 |
62.27% 1728th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
95.27% 2798th/2937 |
94.83% 3303rd/3483 |
65.41% 2301st/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
80.86% 5108th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Monette"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Monette" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Monette" in the United States
The name Monette is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Monette has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Monette' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3279th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2738th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2333rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2880th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7737th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28012th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 26286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Monette' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.