Holding steady.
Popularity of Monda since 1920
Babies named Monda per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1955, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Monda's real moment was 1933.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 16 |
| 1930s | 19 |
| 1940s | 32 |
| 1950s | 77 |
| 1960s | 86 |
| 1970s | 22 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Monda is an exceedingly rare name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1920. Its peak year was 1933, but even then it never reached the top 1,000 and remains outside the mainstream. The name's trajectory is stable, meaning its usage has stayed consistently low over the decades. No top states are associated with Monda, likely due to its scarcity. The name has no clear origin, though it may be a variant of Mona or Wanda. Because of its obscurity, Monda is a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with a vintage feel but without a well-documented history.
The name Monda appears in U.S. birth records from the early 20th century, but its derivation is unclear. It may be a respelling or variant of Mona (of Irish or Italian origin) or Wanda (of Slavic origin). However, no direct linguistic root or historical use beyond the United States has been documented, and it is best considered a modern coinage with unknown meaning.
Sibling names for Monda
Names that share Monda's style, for a brother or sister.
