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Monet
GirlFrench· “from the surname of painter Monet”
- Meaning
- from the surname of painter Monet
- Origin
- French
- Pronunciation
- moh-NAY
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #3,752
- US babies 2025
- 40
- Best rank
- #1,076 (1997)
- Peak year
- 1997
Meaning and origin of Monet
Monet is a French name that is usually said to mean “from the surname of painter Monet”.
Monet is best known as the surname of the French painter Claude Monet, a founder of Impressionism, whose water lilies, haystacks and Rouen Cathedral series are among the most recognized works in Western art. As a first name, Monet is chosen by parents who love art, and it is said moh-NAY. Monae and Monay are related spellings, and the singer Janelle Monáe has made the sound familiar. Its French elegance and short length make it easy to pair with other names.
Popularity over time
Monet first appears in US Social Security records in 1952. It has never ranked in the national top 1,000, which keeps it genuinely uncommon. Its best national rank was #1,076 in 1997, the same year it reached its highest count of 175 babies. In 2025, 40 babies were named Monet, and it ranked #3,752 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #1,796 in 1980, #1,201 in 2000, #3,070 in 2010, and #3,752 in 2025. Of the 4,546 US girls named Monet since records began, 33% were born in the 1990s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 1,162 babies. Since 2010, 662 more have been named Monet.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Elexis, Jacinda, Malika, Tehya, and Breeanna.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Monet ranked highest in California.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| California | #2225 | 9 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Monet is usually pronounced moh-NAY, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with M and ends in “-et”.
Middle names for Monet
A few middle names that flow with Monet: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Monet
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Monet mean?
Monet is a French name that is usually said to mean “from the surname of painter Monet”.
What is the origin of the name Monet?
Monet has French roots. Monet is best known as the surname of the French painter Claude Monet, a founder of Impressionism, whose water lilies, haystacks and Rouen Cathedral series are among the most recognized works in Western art.
Is Monet a popular name?
Not especially. Monet ranked #3,752 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Monet a boy or girl name?
Monet is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Monet?
Monet is usually pronounced moh-NAY. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings