Riot has actually commented on this in the past. Monstrous champs are less popular, presumably not because they are less attractive, per se, but because they are harder to relate to.
It's just easier, as a human, to understand the empathize with other humans (or at least humanoids). I don't remember exactly what they said about it all, but that was the gist of it from my recollection.
For what it's worth, I agree with you. But, you know, players vote with their feet and wallets. Monster champs just... aren't as popular. sad trombone noises