Mone
Of French origin, meaning "girl or woman."
Name Census estimates that about 498 living Americans carry the first name Mone. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Mone today is around 30 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Mone births was 2001 (29 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Mone. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
498
~ 1 in 688,262 Americans
Peak year
2001
29 babies that year
Average age
30
years old
2018 SSA rank
#17,382
Tracked since 1967
Popularity
Mone: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Mone from the 1960s through to the 2010s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 213 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mone by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Mone during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Mones live
Origin
Meaning and history of Mone
The name Mone has its roots in the ancient Greek language and culture, originating around the 5th century BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Greek word "monos," meaning "alone" or "single." This connection suggests that the name may have been initially associated with concepts of individuality or uniqueness.
In ancient Greek mythology, Mone was also the name of one of the three Graces, or Charites, who were minor deities representing charm, beauty, and creativity. This association lends the name a sense of grace and artistic expression.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Mone can be found in the writings of the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, who mentioned a woman by that name in his work "Nicomachean Ethics." This reference dates back to the 4th century BCE, indicating the name's long-standing presence in Greek culture.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Mone. One example is Mone of Pelusia (c. 615 CE), a Christian saint and ascetic who lived in Egypt during the 7th century. She is revered for her pious life and her efforts in defending the Orthodox faith against heresies.
Another historical figure with the name Mone was Mone Mpya (c. 1810-1860), a prominent leader and chief of the Chaga people in what is now Tanzania. He played a significant role in the resistance against German colonial rule in the late 19th century.
In the artistic realm, Mone Murasaki (1973-present) is a Japanese artist and illustrator known for her intricate and whimsical works, often inspired by nature and mythology. Her vibrant and imaginative style has garnered international recognition.
The name Mone also found its way into literature, with Mone de Bracquemont being a character in the 19th-century French novel "The Three Musketeers" by Alexandre Dumas. This fictional character added a layer of intrigue and mystery to the famous literary work.
Lastly, Mone Inami (1932-2021) was a renowned Japanese ceramic artist celebrated for her innovative techniques and bold, expressive works. Her contributions to the world of ceramics earned her numerous accolades and international recognition.
People
Mone + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Mone as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Mone: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Mone?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 498 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Mone going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 688,262 US residents.
Is Mone a common name?
We classify Mone as "Very Rare". It ranks above 84.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 515 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Mone most popular?
The single biggest year for Mone was 2001, when 29 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Mone is about 30 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Mone a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Mone in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.