US Popularity:927
Origin:Scottish
Meaning:Mouth of the River Roe
Monroe is a gender-neutral name of Scottish and Irish Gaelic origin that is sure to inspire baby to go with the flow. This name translates to “mouth of the River Roe,” which refers to a specific river located in Northern Ireland. This makes it a unique way to inspire baby to appreciate the beauty of the natural world. If you’ve got a love for the Golden Age of Hollywood, then iconic actress Marilyn Monroe may be the first person that comes to mind. If you want to help baby appreciate the tranquil beauty of rivers or the endless flow of Marilyn’s talent, the name Monroe definitely leaves a mark.

Famous People Named Monroe

Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
  • James Monroe
    United States President
  • Marilyn Monroe
    Actress

Monroe Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Monroe is currently #1763 on The Bump
Boy:Monroe is currently #1250 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Monroe is currently #977 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Monroe is currently #927 in U.S. births
Boy:Monroe is currently #3373 in U.S. births
Girl:Monroe is currently #1078 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#1078
in 2022
- 45
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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