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The name Monarch is a girl's name meaning "head of state, royalty".

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Monarch follows on the heels of Empress, Royalty, and Princess as a a title name for girls, though it may additionally be related orange and black butterfly of the same name. A heavy choice perhaps, it first appeared in the US stats in 2021 when it was given to six girls. 

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The name Monarch is currently ranked #14374 in U.S. births. and peaked for girls at #14374 in 2025.

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