Monifa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmoh-NEE-fah / məˈniːfəAfrican; Swahili
Meaning
Swahili: I am lucky; African: I am blessed
Historical & Cultural Background
Monifa is a name of African origin, particularly associated with the Swahili language. It reflects positive attributes such as luck and blessings. The name is often used in various African cultures and has gained some recognition in Western contexts as well.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Monifa was first seen in the United States in 1969. Monifa has ranked as high as #1089 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in New York, Michigan, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Monifa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Monifa (1996)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 34 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 28 |
| 1973 | 25 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 21 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 6 |