Monika Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Monika is a name of Latin origin, derived from 'Monica', meaning advisor or counsel. It evolved from its Latin roots and has been used throughout history, particularly gaining prominence due to Saint Monica in the 4th century. The name is associated with strong and nurturing traits, while it does not have a direct biblical connection. Variants include Monica and Monique, and it remains a popular name in contemporary society.
The name Monika is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Monika 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, 'Monika' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1447th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 798th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 833rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1685th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4054th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Monika' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Monika"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɒnɪkə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Monika is derived from the Latin name 'Monica', which is believed to be derived from the North African Punic word 'mon', meaning 'to advise' or 'to counsel'.
Meaning
advisor, counsel
Language Evolution
Monica, Monika
Historical Usage
The name Monica gained popularity in the Western world primarily due to Saint Monica, the mother of Saint Augustine, who lived in the 4th century. Her pious life and influence contributed to the name's enduring popularity.
Variants & Derivatives
Monica, Monique, Monika
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Monika is perceived as a strong and elegant name, often associated with intelligence and nurturing qualities. It remains a popular choice in various cultures.
Famous People
Monika Lewinsky, Monika Bellucci, Monika Gossmann
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Monika"
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 "Monika"
"Monika" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1447th of 12526 | 987 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 798th of 19264 | 2,826 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 833rd of 27321 | 3,626 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1685th of 35406 | 1,909 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4054th of 30306 | 437 |
Regional Popularity of "Monika" 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 "Monika" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
49.98% 1113th/2227 |
43.46% 1056th/2430 |
76.97% 2196th/2853 |
41.77% 1159th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
26.01% 764th/2937 |
20.82% 725th/3483 |
27.26% 959th/3518 |
19.11% 773rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.06% 776th/3685 |
15.58% 697th/4475 |
18.64% 968th/5194 |
13.41% 847th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
30.14% 1381st/4582 |
30.29% 1564th/5164 |
27.49% 2010th/7313 |
21.05% 1571st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
72.89% 2904th/3984 |
78.18% 3508th/4487 |
63.52% 4333rd/6822 |
48.63% 3052nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Monika"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Monika" 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.