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Monica

Girl · Latin · Medium name

Meaning
To advise, alone, of North African origin

Meaning varies between reference sources.

Pronunciation
MON-ik-uh
Origin
Latin

From Latin 'Monica', possibly from Punic; mother of Saint Augustine.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

ClassicVintageSoft and gentle

Languages in use: Latin, Punic, Italian

Commonly used in: United States, Italy, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • MonikaGerman

    German form with a k.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Saint Monica

    c. 331–387

    Early Christian saint and mother of Saint Augustine of Hippo.

    Reference

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Italian Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-20.

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