Latin · Girl name
Monika
“origin uncertain”
About the name Monika
Monika is a girl’s name of Latin origin, most commonly regarded as a variant of Monica. The etymology of Monica is uncertain, though it has sometimes been linked to the Latin word ‘monere’ meaning ‘to advise’, but this connection is not firmly established. The name is notably borne by Saint Monica, the mother of Saint Augustine, who is remembered for her devout Christian faith and perseverance. Monika is the standard spelling in several European languages, including German, Polish, Czech, and Scandinavian languages.
- Meaning
- origin uncertain
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- MOH-nee-kah(3 syl.)
Variants and spellings
- Monica
- Mónika
- Mónica
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Middle names for Monika
- Monika Rose
- Monika Claire
- Monika Anne
- Monika Marie
- Monika Lynn
Questions about Monika
- What does Monika mean?
- Monika is a Latin name meaning "origin uncertain".
- How do you pronounce Monika?
- Monika is pronounced MOH-nee-kah, with emphasis on the first syllable.
- What are variants of Monika?
- Variants of Monika include Monica, Mónika, Mónica.
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