It seems that its origin is Monaca, (eremite); having arisen this name in the first times of the Christianity in the north of África, the land in which the eremitic spirit began, it is reasonable to think that this was its true meaning, and that it might have been a nickname for women that chose the typically pious and austere life of eremites. The word "Monaca" from which the name Monica was derived, has a Greek origin. It derives from the adjective "monos", from which also the words: monarchy, monastery, monologue were derived. It means "alone, only".

I never have thought of my name in such a deep way before. I have always thought my name was normal. but after researching I have found my name to be very interesting.The only thing I have ever felt is jealous if someone else has my name.

my name ismonica it isnt very popular in england i find you cant get anything personlied cant even get a pen with my name on it my daughters middle name is monica & my granddaughter middle name is monica as well i love the name