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Monte
BoyItalian, Spanish· “mountain; short form of Montgomery”
- Meaning
- mountain; short form of Montgomery
- Origin
- Italian, Spanish
- Pronunciation
- MAHN-tee
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #1,473
- US babies 2025
- 121
- Best rank
- #293 (1952)
- Peak year
- 1956
Meaning and origin of Monte
Monte is an Italian and Spanish name that is usually said to mean “mountain; short form of Montgomery”.
Monte has two main sources. In Italian and Spanish, monte simply means mountain, and it appears in countless place names across southern Europe. In English, Monte has long served as a short form of Montgomery, a Norman surname drawn from a French place name. The name was used for boys in the United States through much of the twentieth century and has a relaxed, easygoing feel today. Well-known bearers include the American game-show host Monty Hall, whose name used a different spelling. Monte suits families who want a vintage, friendly name with a touch of European flair and an outdoorsy meaning.
Other spellings with the same sound: Montie, Monti.
Popularity over time
Monte first appears in US Social Security records in 1881. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 74 different years, starting in 1881. Its best national rank was #293 in 1952, and the most babies received it in 1956, when 623 were named Monte. In 2025, 121 babies were named Monte, and it ranked #1,473 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #1,150 in 1920, #296 in 1950, #700 in 1980, #1,443 in 2000, #1,684 in 2010, and #1,473 in 2025. Of the 23,160 US boys named Monte since records began, 24% were born in the 1950s, its biggest decade. The 1960s come next, with 4,938 babies. Since 2010, 1,709 more have been named Monte.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Elvis, Stewart, Hal, Jeffry, and Cary.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Monte ranked highest in Wisconsin, Utah, and California.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | #757 | 6 |
| Utah | #776 | 5 |
| California | #793 | 32 |
| Texas | #1858 | 9 |
Gender, sound and spelling
About 99% of US babies named Monte over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
Monte is usually pronounced MAHN-tee, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with M and ends in “-te”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Montie and Monti.
Middle names for Monte
A few middle names that flow with Monte: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Monte
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Monte mean?
Monte is an Italian and Spanish name that is usually said to mean “mountain; short form of Montgomery”.
What is the origin of the name Monte?
Monte has Italian, Spanish, and English roots. Monte has two main sources.
Is Monte a popular name?
Not especially. Monte ranked #1,473 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Monte a boy or girl name?
Monte is mainly a boy's name. About 99% of US babies named Monte over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
How do you pronounce Monte?
Monte is usually pronounced MAHN-tee. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings