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Monaco

♂ Boy

Pronounced MON-ə-koh /ˈmɑn.ə.koʊ/High

Meaning: From the place-name Monaco — from Greek monoikos, 'single dwelling; a solitary one/monk' (the Mediterranean principality)Medium

In 30 seconds: Glamorous and storied: Monaco is the Mediterranean principality — 'a single dweller'. Bold, chic, and warm.
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Origin MediumGreek, Italian
MeaningFrom the place-name Monaco — from Greek monoikos, 'single dwelling; a solitary one/monk' (the Mediterranean principality)
U.S. rank (2024)#5167 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births19 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 38

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202420222024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Monaco comes from the place-name Monaco — from Greek monoikos, 'single dwelling; a solitary one, a monk' (linked to an ancient temple of Heracles Monoikos). A bold, chic, glamorous place-name (the famed Mediterranean principality and Grand Prix), used for both sexes, here for boys.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-single-dweller at the root, and chic.

Did you know? Monaco, the glamorous Mediterranean principality, takes its name from Greek monoikos, 'single dwelling; a solitary one' (linked to a temple of Hercules) — a bold, chic place-name.
Overall data confidence 60%
References — Monaco — etymology

Variations

MonicoMonacco

Nicknames

Mon

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Monaco mean?

Monaco is the Mediterranean principality, its name from Greek 'single dwelling; a solitary one'.

How do you pronounce Monaco?

It's said MON-ə-koh /ˈmɑn.ə.koʊ/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Monaco a boy or girl name?

Monaco is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Monaco?

Monaco is a rare name in the U.S.

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