Unknown; likely a modern variant of Monet or Renee
Monaye is a contemporary American name with no singular established etymology. It is often used as a creative blend or phonetic variation of the French surname Monet, associated with the Impressionist painter, or the name Renee, meaning reborn. Its usage is rare and primarily found in the United States.
Less common today
Monaye isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,110 in 1998.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
