Advisor or solitary
A diminutive form of Simone or Monica, Monette carries the dual heritage of 'hearkening' and 'advisor.' In French usage, it functions as a charming pet name that has evolved into a standalone given name. It is often associated with the Latin 'monere', meaning to warn or advise.
Less common today
Monette isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,496 in 1990.
American jazz and blues singer
Australian artistic gymnast and world medalist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
