Monice is of African origin, specifically from the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria and Benin. It means 'unique' or 'one who brings joy'. This name has a distinctive sound and offers an interesting alternative to more common names.
The name Monice experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable peak occurring between 1967 and 1973 when there were consistently high numbers of births each year, reaching as many as 12 births per year in some of those years. However, from the mid-1980s onwards, the name's popularity decreased significantly, with fewer than 10 births per year recorded between 1985 and 1997. Overall, there were a total of 213 births named Monice over this period.