Moniqua
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Marie or Monica.
Name Census estimates that about 388 living Americans carry the first name Moniqua. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Moniqua today is around 38 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Moniqua births was 1992 (43 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Moniqua. 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
388
~ 1 in 883,387 Americans
Peak year
1992
43 babies that year
Average age
38
years old
2002 SSA rank
#13,182
Tracked since 1970
Popularity
Moniqua: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Moniqua from the 1970s through to the 2000s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 192 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
Moniqua 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 Moniqua during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Moniquas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Moniqua
The name Moniqua has its origins in the Late Latin language and culture. It is derived from the Latin word "monicus", which means "advisor" or "counselor". This name first appeared in written records during the 6th century AD, when it was used by Christian scholars and theologians.
During the Middle Ages, the name Moniqua gained popularity in some parts of Europe, particularly in regions that were heavily influenced by Latin culture. It was often given to individuals who were known for their wisdom and ability to provide guidance to others.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Moniqua was a 7th-century nun from what is now modern-day France. She was known for her piety and her dedication to helping those in need.
In the 12th century, there was a notable Italian philosopher and theologian named Moniqua of Mantua (1120-1192). She was renowned for her writings on ethics and theology, and her works were widely studied by scholars of the time.
Another notable figure with the name Moniqua was a 15th-century Spanish nun and mystic, Moniqua of Agreda (1602-1665). She is remembered for her visions and her writings on spiritual matters, which were influential in her time.
During the Renaissance period, the name Moniqua was sometimes used by artists and writers as a pseudonym or pen name. For example, the Italian painter and architect Moniqua da Cortona (1475-1549) was known for her frescoes and architectural designs.
In the 17th century, there was a French philosopher and mathematician named Moniqua Descartes (1596-1650). She is considered one of the key figures in the scientific revolution and is best known for her philosophical writings on rationalism and her contributions to the development of analytical geometry.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals throughout history who have borne the name Moniqua. While its usage has fluctuated over time, the name has maintained its associations with wisdom, guidance, and intellectual pursuits.
People
Moniqua + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Moniqua 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
Moniqua: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Moniqua?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 388 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Moniqua 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 883,387 US residents.
Is Moniqua a common name?
We classify Moniqua as "Very Rare". It ranks above 82% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 409 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Moniqua most popular?
The single biggest year for Moniqua was 1992, when 43 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Moniqua is about 38 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Moniqua a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Moniqua 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.