Monet is of French origin and means "coins" or "currency." It was popularized by the renowned Impressionist painter Claude Monet, who was born Oscar-Claude Monet in 1840. His passion for painting landscapes and everyday subjects, often en plein air, made him a pioneer of the Impressionist movement. The name Monet is considered elegant and sophisticated, reflecting its French heritage and association with art and culture.
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