Monroe
Monroe is a girl's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Mouth of the Roe river.
Origin and history
Monroe is a surname-turned-given name originating from Gaelic terms referring to the mouth of the river Roe in Ireland. Historically used primarily for boys, it has experienced a sharp rise as a feminine given name in the United States in recent years. Its contemporary usage is influenced by iconic cultural figures as well as the trend of using polished surnames as first names.
Popularity in the United States
7,266 babies in the United States have been named Monroe since 1880. It ranks #1979 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #522.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11.7 %)
- TX (7.2 %)
- MI (5.4 %)
- UT (5 %)
- OH (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 8 |
| 1930-1940 | 6 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 36 |
| 2000-2010 | 262 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,474 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,474 |
Famous people named Monroe
- Monroe Cannon: Public figure
Nicknames
Roe
Fun facts
- The name originally stems from Gaelic 'Bun Roe', referring to people hailing from the mouth of the river Roe in County Londonderry.
- Although Marilyn Monroe used it as a surname, her legacy popularized Monroe as a stylish, vintage-glam feminine given name.
- Nearly half of all female U.S. births registered with the name Monroe since 1880 have occurred since 2020.