Monico Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Monico is an Italian name derived from the Hebrew name Shim'on, meaning 'he has heard'. It evolved through Latin as Simon and became associated with Italian culture. The name reflects traits of heritage and tradition, with no direct biblical relevance. It has historical usage dating back to the Middle Ages and is viewed as a classic name today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Monico"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɒnɪkoʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Monico is derived from the Italian name 'Monico', which is a variant of 'Monico', itself a diminutive of 'Simon', originating from the Hebrew name 'Shim'on', meaning 'he has heard'.
Meaning
he has heard
Language Evolution
Shim'on (Hebrew), Simon (Latin), Monico (Italian)
Historical Usage
Monico has been used in Italy and among Italian communities since the Middle Ages, gaining popularity as a personal name through the influence of saints and cultural traditions.
Variants & Derivatives
Monico, Simone, Simon
Modern Popularity & Image
Monico is perceived as a classic and somewhat uncommon name, often associated with Italian heritage and culture.
Famous People
Monico D'Ambrosio, Italian painter, Monico Vargas, Mexican actor
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Monico Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 20 peak births in 1974
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Monico"
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 "Monico"
"Monico" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3075th of 7545 | 116 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3589th of 6773 | 78 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2857th of 7552 | 157 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3327th of 10718 | 151 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5085th of 16616 | 140 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8997th of 24088 | 104 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12998th of 23106 | 41 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14020th of 19264 | 17 |
Regional Popularity of "Monico" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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56.42% 1335th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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78.92% 1857th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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48.48% 1383rd/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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57.82% 2034th/3518 |
53.07% 2146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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67.60% 3511th/5194 |
60.06% 3794th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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74.46% 5080th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Monico" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Monico"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Monico" 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 "Monico" in the United States
The name Monico is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Monico has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Monico' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3075th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3589th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2857th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3327th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5085th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8997th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12998th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14020th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Monico' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.