Monroe

Meaning of Monroe

From the mouth of the Roe river.

Monroe has Scottish roots — browse every Scottish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Monroe

Monroe is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #467 in 2025 from #953 in 2012.

Notable people named Monroe

• Marilyn Monroe
  Iconic actress and model
• Monroe Alvarez
  American television actress
• Monroe Mann
  American professor and author
• Monroe Salisbury
  American silent film actor
• Monroe Wheeler
  American publisher and arts patron

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Questions about the name Monroe

What does the name Monroe mean?

Monroe means from the mouth of the roe river, and it comes from Scottish origins.

Is Monroe a boy's or a girl's name?

Monroe is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Monroe?

In 2025, Monroe ranked #467 for girls, up from #571 the year before.

When was Monroe most popular?

Monroe peaked at #467 in 2025.