Monroe Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Monroe Name at a Glance

Name	Monroe
Meaning	From the red swamp.
Origin	Gaelic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Monroe Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Monroe means “From the red swamp”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Monroe Name Origin

Our database records Monroe under Gaelic origin. Browse more Gaelic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Monroe a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Monroe is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Monroe

When considering Monroe for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.