MoNique

Monique is a feminine given name of French origin, used widely in Francophone countries and across the English-speaking world. It is the French form of Monica, a name of Latin origin whose exact meaning is debated; it is commonly associated with the idea of “advisor” or “truth,” depending on the source. In many contexts, Monique is pronounced roughly as MOH-NEEK in French, with the final syllable sounding like “neek”; in English-speaking settings it is often pronounced muh-NEEK or moh-NEEK.

The name gained particular popularity in France and other French-speaking regions in the mid-20th century and later spread to North America and other parts of Europe. While it remains in occasional use today, it is less common as a newborn name in many countries, reflecting broader shifts in naming trends.

Notable people named Monique include Monique Coleman, an American actress and dancer known for the High School Musical films; Monique Lhuillier, a Filipino-American fashion designer and founder of the brand Monique Lhuillier; and Monique van de Ven, a Dutch actress recognized for roles in Dutch cinema.

In culture, Monique appears in literature and media as a given name for fictional characters and as an established personal name in various languages, illustrating its cross-cultural reach. See also Monica (name) for related forms.