Monae Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmo-NAY / moʊˈneɪFrench; African American
Meaning
French: 'noble'; African American: 'gift from God'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Monae is often associated with African American culture, particularly as a modern variation of the name Mona. It has gained popularity in the United States, especially in the late 20th century. The name reflects a blend of cultural influences, including French origins and contemporary naming trends.
Trend Summary
Monae has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly among African American communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mona
- Monay
International Variants
- Mona (Italian)
- Mona (Arabic)
Famous people named Monae
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Fictional characters named Monae
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Monae was first seen in the United States in 1961. Monae has ranked as high as #1152 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, New York, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Monae has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Monae (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 34 |
| 1988 | 38 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 56 |
| 1991 | 61 |
| 1992 | 63 |
| 1993 | 81 |
| 1994 | 51 |
| 1995 | 56 |
| 1996 | 111 |
| 1997 | 92 |
| 1998 | 113 |
| 1999 | 92 |
| 2000 | 86 |
| 2001 | 62 |
| 2002 | 69 |
| 2003 | 83 |
| 2004 | 72 |
| 2005 | 45 |
| 2006 | 50 |
| 2007 | 46 |
| 2008 | 37 |
| 2009 | 41 |
| 2010 | 52 |
| 2011 | 45 |
| 2012 | 40 |
| 2013 | 52 |
| 2014 | 37 |
| 2015 | 53 |
| 2016 | 53 |
| 2017 | 43 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2019 | 47 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 51 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 40 |
| 2024 | 28 |