Montel
Montel is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Point, mountain, or modern created blend.
Origin and history
Montel is a modern name popularized in the late 20th century, likely derived as a variant of names like Montague, Lamont, or Monte, blended with modern suffix endings. It gained widespread public recognition in the United States during the 1990s. The name remains relatively rare overall, with a steady stream of usage over recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
1,560 babies in the United States have been named Montel since 1880. It ranks #3186 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1869.
States where it is most popular
- MI (9.8 %)
- OH (9.6 %)
- CA (9.1 %)
- IL (8.9 %)
- FL (7.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 15 |
| 1960-1970 | 36 |
| 1970-1980 | 105 |
| 1980-1990 | 137 |
| 1990-2000 | 914 |
| 2000-2010 | 174 |
| 2010-2019 | 121 |
| 2020-2029 | 58 |
Famous people named Montel
- Montel Williams: Television Host, Actor
- Montel Vontavious Porter: Professional Wrestler, Manager
Nicknames
Monty, Monte
Fun facts
- The name experienced a notable rise in awareness during the 1990s alongside the broadcast success of television host Montel Williams.
- Montel functions as both an invented modern given name and an occasional French surname.