Montell
Montell is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Little mountain or from the hill.
Origin and history
Montell is a masculine name derived from a French surname meaning 'little mountain'. It saw increased visibility in the United States during the late 1990s, influenced by popular music figures. It remains a relatively rare choice in contemporary American usage.
Popularity in the United States
881 babies in the United States have been named Montell since 1880. It ranks #3797 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1896.
States where it is most popular
- IL (59.6 %)
- SC (11.5 %)
- NY (9.6 %)
- OH (9.6 %)
- PA (9.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 17 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 11 |
| 1950-1960 | 18 |
| 1960-1970 | 25 |
| 1970-1980 | 131 |
| 1980-1990 | 114 |
| 1990-2000 | 326 |
| 2000-2010 | 119 |
| 2010-2019 | 84 |
| 2020-2029 | 31 |
Famous people named Montell
- Montell Jordan: Singer, Songwriter
- Montell Owens: Athlete
Fun facts
- Montell evolved from a French topographic surname describing someone who lived near a small hill or mountain.
- The name reached its highest peak in U.S. popularity during the mid-1990s.