Montrel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Montrel is of French origin, meaning 'mountain,' and is linked to the city of Montreal. The name has evolved from its roots in the French language and has gained modern popularity as a unique choice. It does not have biblical relevance and is often associated with urban culture.
The name Montrel is most popular in North Carolina, 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, Montrel has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Montrel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4363rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2213th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4394th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8082nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Montrel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Montrel"
Pronunciation
/mɒnˈtrɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
Montrel is derived from the French word 'montréal,' which refers to a mountain or hill. It is often associated with the city of Montreal in Canada, which is named after Mount Royal.
Meaning
mountain
Language Evolution
Montreal (French), Montrel (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
Montrel gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in North America, as a unique and modern name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Montrell, Montre, Monty
Modern Popularity & Image
Montrel is viewed as a contemporary and stylish name, often associated with urban culture and creativity.
Famous People
Montrel Jones (a notable athlete), Montrel Williams (a recognized artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Montrel"
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 "Montrel"
"Montrel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4363rd of 10718 | 90 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2213th of 16616 | 479 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4394th of 24088 | 315 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8082nd of 23106 | 110 |
Regional Popularity of "Montrel" 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) |
45.05% 1660th/3685 |
- |
33.02% 1715th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
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68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Montrel" 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 "Montrel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Montrel" 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.