Monica
Meaning: Advisor, solitary, unique
Origin: Latin/Greek
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #374
Total births: 177
History: Monica peaked in the 1990s in Australia. The name carries Catholic heritage and Mediterranean warmth. Monica represents the multicultural Catholic tradition in Australian naming.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1998) | #91 |
| Babies named Monica in 1998 | 89 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 177 |
| Peak year | 1998 (89 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #89 |
| Years in records | 1997–1998 (2 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Monica
What does the name Monica mean?
Monica means “Advisor, solitary, unique” from Latin/Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Monica?
Monica has Latin/Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Advisor, solitary, unique”.
How popular is Monica in Australia?
Monica ranked #91 in Australia in 1998 — given to 89 babies that year.
When was Monica most popular?
Monica peaked in 1998 with 89 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Monica a boy or girl name?
Monica is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Monicas in registered births are female.