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Monika

Girl Name #8,731 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Monika is a girl name, recorded for 13 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Monika often also consider Mollie, Molly, Mona .

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #8,731
Total SSA Count: 13

Alternative Spellings

Monica #726 Monique #2925

Nicknames

Mon Moy Monie Moniie

Similar Names

Mollie Molly Mona Monica Mozella Moses Morris Monroe

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Frequently Asked Questions About Monika

Is Monika a boy or girl name?

Monika is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Monika?

Monika is currently ranked #8731 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Monika?

Common nicknames for Monika include Mon, Moy, Monie, and Moniie.

Is Monika a common or rare name?

Monika is an uncommon name, ranked #8731 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Monika

Monika is a girl name .

Monika is currently ranked #8,731 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Monika include Mon, Moy, Monie, and Moniie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Monika include Monica, Monique . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.