Montel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Montel originates from French, meaning 'little mountain'. It has evolved through various forms in the Latin language, maintaining its connection to nature. The name is not biblically referenced, but it gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in French-speaking areas. Montel is considered a modern name that conveys strength, and notable bearers include TV personality Montel Williams and singer Montel Jordan.
The name Montel is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Montel has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male 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 male in West. Across generations, 'Montel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5728th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3430th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1519th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3668th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6822nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Montel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Montel"
Pronunciation
/mɒnˈtɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Montel is derived from the French word 'mont', meaning 'mountain', and the diminutive suffix '-el', suggesting a meaning of 'little mountain' or 'hill'.
Meaning
little mountain
Language Evolution
Montel (Modern French), Montelus (Latin), Montis (Latin)
Historical Usage
Montel gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, particularly in French-speaking regions and among families who appreciated nature-related names.
Variants & Derivatives
Montelle, Montello, Monty
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Montel is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with strength and stability due to its meaning related to mountains.
Famous People
Montel Williams, an American television personality and actor., Montel Jordan, an American singer and songwriter.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Montel"
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 "Montel"
"Montel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5728th of 7552 | 20 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3430th of 10718 | 143 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1519th of 16616 | 835 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3668th of 24088 | 408 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6822nd of 23106 | 143 |
Regional Popularity of "Montel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
29.06% 1071st/3685 |
33.27% 1489th/4475 |
22.68% 1178th/5194 |
38.58% 2437th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
43.45% 1991st/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
49.04% 3586th/7313 |
55.88% 4170th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Montel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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 "Montel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Montel" 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.