Holding steady.
Popularity of Damonica since 1968
Babies named Damonica per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 9 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 22 |
| 1990s | 112 |
| 2000s | 35 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Damonica is a modern invented name, first recorded in the United States in 1968. It likely blends the familiar Damon and Monica, giving it a melodic, feminine sound. The name reached its peak popularity in 1990, but it has never been common, remaining outside the top 1000. Its trajectory has been stable, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name. While no top states are associated with it, Damonica reflects a trend of creative name formation in the late 20th century.
Damonica appears to be a modern coinage, possibly formed by blending the masculine name Damon with the feminine suffix -ica or combining Damon with Monica. The name Damon is of Greek origin, meaning 'to tame,' while Monica is of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Latin 'monere' (to advise) or North African origins. Damonica first appeared in U.S. records in 1968 and saw modest use, particularly in the 1990s, with a peak in 1990.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dami, Moni, Nica
Sibling names for Damonica
Names that share Damonica's style, for a brother or sister.
