The nameMonika
Monika is a girl's name, the German and Slavic form of Monica.
- Girl's name
- Debated
Meaning
Like Monica, its origin is debated; it is often linked to the Greek monos, "alone", or the Latin monere, "to advise".
Origin
Debated, through German and Slavic languages.
History
In France it has been given in small numbers since the 1920s.
Popularity of the name Monika
Monika in France
Monika was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 125 births over the decade, 15% of all recorded babies named Monika. Its rise began around 1926, and it peaked in 2006. Half of all babies named Monika in France were born before 1984, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Monika in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Monika mean?
Like Monica, its origin is debated; it is often linked to the Greek monos, "alone", or the Latin monere, "to advise".
What is the origin of the name Monika?
Debated, through German and Slavic languages.
Is Monika a girl's or a boy's name?
Monika is a girl's name.