From the mouth of the Roe river
Originally a Scottish surname, Monroe refers to someone living near the mouth of the River Roe in County Londonderry, Ireland. While historically used for boys, it has gained significant popularity for girls in the 21st century, often as a tribute to Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe.
About 658 girls were named Monroe in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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