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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MOH-nees //ˈmɒnɪs//
Origin: Latin; French
Meaning: Latin: advisor; French: little monk
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Monice is derived from the Latin name "Monica," which itself is believed to have originated from the Berber word "muni," meaning "to advise" or "to counsel." The name was popularized in the Christian tradition through Saint Monica, the mother of Saint Augustine of Hippo, who lived in the 4th and 5th centuries. Saint Monica is venerated for her piety and dedication to her son, and her life story has been influential in Christian teachings about motherhood and perseverance in faith.
The Latin form "Monica" was adopted into various languages, including Old French and Italian, before making its way into English during the Middle Ages, particularly through ecclesiastical texts and hagiographies that celebrated the lives of saints. The name gained further prominence with the translation of the Bible into various vernacular languages, including the Old English and Middle English versions, where the stories of saints like Monica were shared.
By the late medieval period, the name Monica had become well-established in English-speaking regions, often associated with virtues such as wisdom and guidance, reflecting its etymological roots. The name also appears in various literary works, contributing to its cultural resonance.
For instance, it has been referenced in works by notable authors, which helped to solidify its place in the literary canon. Monice, as a variant of Monica, carries similar connotations and has been used in various cultures, often embodying themes of strength and maternal devotion.
The name's enduring legacy is supported by its historical associations with significant figures and its representation of moral virtues in literature and religious texts. Over the centuries, Monice and its variants have been embraced in different cultures, reflecting a shared appreciation for the qualities embodied by the name.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Monice was first seen in the United States in 1919.
Monice has ranked as high as #1076 nationally, which occurred in 1967, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Monice has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Monice is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Monice was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Monice
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Monice.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1919 | 5 |