The Haitian monetary unit is the national currency of Haiti, known as the gourde. However, there are a few synonyms that can be used when referring to this unit. One of these is the Haitian dollar, which is how it was known prior to the adoption of the gourde in 1872. Another synonym is the Haitian franc, which was the country's official currency until 1813. Additionally, some may refer to the Haitian monetary unit simply as the Haitian currency or the Haitian coin. Regardless of the term used, the gourde remains an important part of Haiti's economy and culture.