Monika

Monika: name meaning, origin and popularity

Girl nameLatin origin

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɒ.nɪ.kə/

Meaning and origin of Monika

  • A female given name from Latin.

Etymology

A less common spelling of Monica, used since the twentieth century.

How popular is Monika?

18U.S. babies in 2025
#707peak rank (1978)
9,810babies since 1880

Since 1880, 9,810 girls in the U.S. have been named Monika. Its highest rank for girls was #707 in 1978. In 2025, 18 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Monika FAQ

What does the name Monika mean?

A female given name from Latin. A less common spelling of Monica, used since the twentieth century.

What is the origin of the name Monika?

Monika is listed as a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Monika?

Since 1880, 9,810 girls in the U.S. have been named Monika. Its highest rank for girls was #707 in 1978. In 2025, 18 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Monika a boy or girl name?

Monika is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 9,810 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.