Declining since 2021, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Monse since 2000
Babies named Monse per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 21 |
| 2010s | 42 |
| 2020s | 127 |
Meaning & origin
Monse first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2000 and reached its peak popularity in 2020, though it remains extremely rare with a 2025 rank of 8,362 and a frequency of about 1 in 133,939 births. The name has been on a downward trajectory since 2021, reflecting its niche appeal. Originating as a Catalan diminutive of Montserrat, Monse carries the cultural weight of the famous mountain sanctuary. Its usage in the United States is almost exclusively among families with Spanish or Catalan heritage, though it has not gained widespread adoption. The name's simplicity and melodic sound make it a distinctive choice, but its rarity means it is unlikely to trend upward in the near future.
Monse is a short form of Montserrat, a Catalan place name meaning 'serrated mountain' (from Latin mons serratus). The name Montserrat is famously associated with the shrine of the Virgin of Montserrat, patron saint of Catalonia, and has been used as a given name since the early 20th century. Monse emerged as an affectionate nickname and independent name in Spanish-speaking communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Monsi, Mona, SeSe
Variants: Montse, Montserrat
Sibling names for Monse
Names that share Monse's style, for a brother or sister.
