Girl name
Monika name meaning
“counselor; solitary one”
Monika is a feminine name commonly linked to the interpretations “counselor” or “solitary one”. Its origin is uncertain; traditional explanations connect it with Latin monēre, “to advise”, or Greek monos, “alone”. It is a variant of Monica, a name known through Saint Monica of North Africa.
What does Monika mean?
Counselor; solitary one
In Indonesian: penasihat; yang sendiri
Origin and cultural usage of Monika
Monika is a variant of Monica, known through Saint Monica of North Africa. Its origin is uncertain; traditional interpretations associate it with Latin monēre, 'to advise', or Greek monos, 'alone'.
How to pronounce Monika
| Syllables | 3 · 6 letters |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦺꦴꦤꦶꦏ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮧᮔᮤᮊ |
Is Monika a girl’s name?
Yes, Monika is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Monika ranks #529 among girl names in our data sample (19 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Monika
Famous people named Monika
- Monika Jufry
- Monika Agustina · b. 1977
- Monika Datu Mirring Palinggi' · b. 1966
- Monika Insani · b. 1998
- Monika Intan Tutiharta · b. 1995
- Monika Sandia · b. 1995
- Monika Sihotang
FAQ about the name Monika
What is the meaning of Monika?
Monika means counselor; solitary one. Monika is a variant of Monica, known through Saint Monica of North Africa. Its origin is uncertain; traditional interpretations associate it with Latin monēre, 'to advise', or Greek monos, 'alone'.
Is Monika a girl’s name?
Yes, Monika is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Monika have?
Monika has 3 syllables (Mo-ni-ka) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Monika?
Monika ranks #529 among girl names in our data sample (19 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Monika?
Notable people named Monika include Monika Jufry, Monika Agustina, Monika Datu Mirring Palinggi'.
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