Monte Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Monte has its roots in Latin, meaning 'mountain'. The name has evolved through various languages, retaining its association with strength and stability. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 20th century. Variants include Monty and Montgomery. Modern perceptions of the name are tied to nature and adventure, with notable figures in sports and culture bearing the name.

The name Monte is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Monte has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Monte' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 970th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 453rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 337th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 459th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 943rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1628th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1538th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3540th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2500th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3000th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5736th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16492nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23856th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Monte' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Monte"

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Pronunciation

/ˈmɒnteɪ/

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Origin

Latin

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Etymology

The name Monte is derived from the Latin word 'mons', which means 'mountain'. It is often used as a short form of names like Montgomery or Montague.

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Meaning

mountain

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Language Evolution

Montis (Latin), Monte (Italian/Spanish), Mont (Old French), Monte (Modern English)

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often associated with strength and stability.

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Variants & Derivatives

Monty, Montague, Montgomery

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Modern Popularity & Image

Monte is perceived as a strong and masculine name. It carries connotations of nature and grandeur, often associated with outdoor life and adventure.

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Famous People

Monte Irvin (Baseball player), Monte Kiffin (Football coach), Monte Carlo (Statistical Method)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Monte"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Monte"

"Monte" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 970th of 7545 799
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 453rd of 6773 3,033
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 337th of 7552 9,543
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 459th of 10718 5,102
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 943rd of 16616 1,807
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 1628th of 24088 1,339
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 1538th of 23106 1,341
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 3540th of 9107 119
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 2500th of 9204 226
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 3000th of 12526 288
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 5736th of 19264 138
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 16492nd of 27321 31
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 23856th of 30306 14

Regional Popularity of "Monte" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
55.08%
780th/1416
66.13%
912th/1379
59.76%
1414th/2366
54.29%
620th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
22.12%
342nd/1546
38.88%
605th/1556
30.17%
710th/2353
16.48%
255th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
11.00%
245th/2227
22.06%
536th/2430
14.51%
414th/2853
9.23%
256th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
11.61%
341st/2937
24.20%
843rd/3483
14.04%
494th/3518
9.84%
398th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
24.10%
888th/3685
33.90%
1517th/4475
18.44%
958th/5194
18.17%
1148th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
33.57%
1538th/4582
54.69%
2824th/5164
26.08%
1907th/7313
20.64%
1540th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
39.51%
1574th/3984
51.28%
2301st/4487
32.10%
2190th/6822
17.27%
1084th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Monte" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 100.00%
2366th/2366
-
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 95.75%
2253rd/2353
-
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - 81.53%
2326th/2853
94.59%
2625th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Monte"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Monte" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.