The nameMonia
Monia is a girl's name used in Tunisia and Italy. In France it was mostly given in the 1970s and 1980s.
- Girl's name
- Arabic or Italian depending on the family
Meaning
In North Africa, Monia is a form of Mounia, from the Arabic munya, "wish, desire". In Italy it is a pet form of Monica.
Origin
Arabic or Italian depending on the family.
History
Monia appeared in France in the early 1960s and peaked in the early 1980s.
Popularity of the name Monia
Monia in France
Monia was most popular in France in the 1980s, with 1,300 births over the decade, 38% of all recorded babies named Monia. Its rise began around 1968, and it peaked in 1982. Half of all babies named Monia in France were born before 1983, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Monia in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Monia mean?
In North Africa, Monia is a form of Mounia, from the Arabic munya, "wish, desire". In Italy it is a pet form of Monica.
What is the origin of the name Monia?
Arabic or Italian depending on the family.
Is Monia a girl's or a boy's name?
Monia is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Monia?
Variants and related names of Monia include Monica and Mounia.