Monna

Meaning & origin

Monna is a rare feminine name that has never achieved widespread popularity in the United States. According to Social Security records, it first appeared in 1899, but it has never been given with enough frequency to rank among the top 1000 names. Its peak usage came in 1933, when it saw its highest number of recorded births. Since then, its usage has remained stable but extremely limited, with no occurrences in recent decades. The name is almost certainly a variant of Mona, a name with multiple possible origins. While Mona has enjoyed periods of moderate popularity, Monna remains a distinctive and uncommon choice. Its similarity to other names like Mona or Monae may appeal to parents seeking a familiar yet unique sound.

Monna is a rare given name, likely a variant of Mona, which has multiple possible origins including Irish (meaning 'noble'), Italian (referring to a title of respect), or a short form of Monica or Monique. Alternatively, it may be a modern respelling of Mona or a diminutive of Monna as a given name in its own right.