Mona
Meaning of Mona
The name Mona is a timeless and elegant choice for baby girls, with rich cultural and historical roots. Derived from Arabic, where it means "wishes" or "desires," Mona has a universal appeal that transcends borders. In English-speaking countries, it is pronounced as MOH-nuh (/ˈmoʊnə/), while in Arabic, it's pronounced MOH-nah (/ˈmoʊnɑː/). The name Mona has been associated with various notable figures and works of art, most famously Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece, the "Mona Lisa." Over the years, its popularity in the United States has seen fluctuations; it was particularly popular in the mid-20th century but remains a classic choice today. Variations of the name include Moana and Monica, offering parents alternative options with a similar phonetic charm.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as MOH-nah (/ˈmoʊnɑː/)
British English
- Pronunced as MOH-nuh (/ˈməʊnə/)
American English
- Pronunced as MOH-nuh (/ˈmoʊnə/)
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Notable People Named Mona
| Mona Hanna-Attisha is a pediatrician, professor, and public health advocate known for exposing the Flint water crisis and authoring the book What the Eyes Don't See. |
| Mona Hatoum is a British-Palestinian multimedia and installation artist based in London. |
| Mona Chalmers Watson was a pioneering British physician and head of the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps, known for her contributions to women's healthcare and her leadership in various medical organizations. |
| Mona Ingeborg Sahlin is a Swedish politician who served as the leader of the opposition and the Swedish Social Democratic Party from 2007 to 2011. |
| Mona Nemer is a Lebanese-Canadian scientist known for her expertise in molecular genetics and cardiac regeneration, having held various prestigious academic and research positions in Canada. |
| Mona Eltahawy is an Egyptian-American journalist and social commentator known for her work on women's rights and Muslim political and social affairs, as well as for spearheading the Mosque Me Too movement. |
| Mona al-Khalil, also known as Mona Khalil, is a prominent conservationist and environmentalist in Southern Lebanon, focusing on the protection of endangered sea turtles. |
| Mona Williams was an American novelist and poet, best known for her novelette that inspired the 1954 feature film, Woman's World, and for her contributions to various magazines. |
| Mona Louise Parsons was a Canadian actress and nurse who played a significant role in the Dutch resistance during the Nazi occupation, making her the only Canadian female civilian to be imprisoned by the Nazis. |
| Mona Haydar is a Syrian-American rapper, poet, activist, and chaplain, best known for her viral song "Hijabi" and her EP "Barbarican" released in 2018. |
| Mona Simpson is an American novelist known for her acclaimed works, including "Anywhere but Here" and "Off Keck Road." |
| Mona von Bismarck, also known as Mona Bismarck, was an American socialite, fashion icon, and philanthropist, known for her marriages to wealthy men and her recognition as "The Best Dressed Woman in the World." |
| Mona al Mansouri is a renowned Emirati fashion designer with a background in geological and biological engineering. |
| Mona Chalabi is a British data journalist and writer of Iraqi descent, recognized for her work with FiveThirtyEight and The Guardian, and has been nominated for a News & Documentary Emmy Award and received the 2020 Shorty Award for Best Journalist in Social Media. |
| Mona Smith is a Native American artist, storyteller, and documentary producer. |
