Montell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Montell is a name of French origin, meaning 'mountain'. It has evolved from forms like Montel and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name carries traits of modernity and individuality, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Montell"
Pronunciation
/mɒnˈtɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Montell is derived from the French word 'mont', meaning 'mountain', suggesting a connection to elevated places or hills.
Meaning
mountain
Language Evolution
Montel, Montell
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, often associated with the rise of unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Montel, Monte
Modern Popularity & Image
Montell is perceived as a modern and distinctive name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Montell Jordan, an American singer and songwriter known for his hit 'This Is How We Do It', Montell Williams, an American television personality and former Marine
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 79 peak births in 1995
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in Illinois
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Montell"
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 "Montell"
"Montell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5519th of 7545 | 22 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5506th of 7552 | 23 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3226th of 10718 | 161 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2839th of 16616 | 336 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5271st of 24088 | 243 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9051st of 23106 | 90 |
Regional Popularity of "Montell" 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) |
53.22% 1563rd/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
53.43% 1969th/3685 |
59.17% 2648th/4475 |
64.02% 3325th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
61.50% 2818th/4582 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Montell" 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 "Montell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Montell" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Montell" in the United States
The name Montell is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest 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, Montell has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. 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. Across generations, 'Montell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5519th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5506th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3226th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2839th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5271st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9051st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Montell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.