Monica
girl name#736 in 2025Monica entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #39 in 1977, ranks #736 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#736
rank today
#39
peak (1977)
371
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #718 |
| 1890s | #559 |
| 1900s | #483 |
| 1910s | #427 |
| 1920s | #481 |
| 1930s | #424 |
| 1940s | #357 |
| 1950s | #183 |
| 1960s | #94 |
| 1970s | #45 |
| 1980s | #58 |
| 1990s | #92 |
| 2000s | #239 |
| 2010s | #525 |
| 2020s | #721 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Monica has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 231,000 people named Monica are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Monica alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Monica in 2025?
- Monica ranks #736 among US girl names in 2025, with 371 babies given the name.
- When was the name Monica most popular?
- Monica peaked in 1977, reaching #39 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Monica with classmates?
- Monica will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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