Mónica

Latin

"advisor"

Mónica Origin and Meaning

The name Mónica is a girl's name of Spanish origin.

Mónica is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Monica, ultimately derived from the Latin name Monicus, which may have North African Berber origins. The name gained international popularity through Saint Monica, the mother of Saint Augustine of Hippo. Mónica is appreciated for its melodious quality and classical roots. The name became particularly popular in Spanish-speaking countries during the 20th century, and gained wider recognition in the 1990s through cultural influences like the character Mónica Geller from the television show "Friends." Today, Mónica remains a timeless choice that balances traditional values with modern appeal, especially throughout Latin America and Spain.