Montague

“pointed hill”

France origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10432US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

358All-time births

📅 Since 191500

How to pronounce Montague

MAH·ntugy·oo

/ˈmɑ.ntəɡj.ˌuː/ · stress on MAH · 3 syllables

“pointed hill”

France origin · Boy name

What does Montague mean and where does it come from?

Montague is a name of Old French origin, derived from the word 'montaigne' meaning 'hill.' The name has significant literary connections, notably in Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet,' where the Montague family is one of the main feuding families. The name has been borne by notable individuals through

Cultural significance

Montague has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of pointed hill.

Peak popularity

Reached #2070 in 1915 — currently #10432 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Montague?

Montague works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Montague Grace

How popular is Montague right now?

Rising fast — up 1401 spots — currently #10432 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#10432 · Top 7.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10432	7	▲ up 1401 · +17% births
2022	#11833	6	▲ up 1606 · +20% births
2021	#13439	5	▼ down 2809 · -17% births
2020	#10630	6	▲ up 1739 · +20% births
2010	#12369	5	▼ down 5657
1985	#6712	5	▼ down 253
1980	#6459	5	▼ down 3649 · -58% births
1970	#2810	12	▼ down 256 · +9% births
1965	#2554	11	▲ up 793 · +83% births
1940	#3347	6	▲ up 160
1935	#3507	6	▼ down 277 · -25% births
1930	#3230	8	▲ up 753 · +33% births
1925	#3983	6	▲ up 87
1920	#4070	6	▼ down 2000 · -57% births
1915	#2070	14	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Montague

Best Year1915Rank #2070

Peak Count14

Average Rank#6496

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202315 years

The story of Montague

Montague entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 358 total births recorded, Montague remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2070 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10432 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Montague in 1915:

John William James Robert Joseph

Montague by decade

Montague peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	43
1920s	52
1930s	38
1940s	14
1950s	17
1960s	39
1970s ★	74
1980s	29
1990s	21
2000s	5
2010s	20
2020s	6

💎Montague has only 358 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Montague?

Common

MonMoAgue

What names sound and feel like Montague?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Montague also consider these

Montaque

English · From the hill

Montique

American · A combination of

Monique

France · advisor or ruler

Gonzague

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Rodrigue

France · Famous ruler

Dominigue

France · Of the Lord,

Fontaine

France · fountain, spring

Rodrique

France · French/Spanish

Common questions about the name Montague

What does the name Montague mean?

Montague means "pointed hill" — a name rooted in France tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Montague?

Montague is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Montague have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Montague?

Montague originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Montague?

Montague is a three-syllable name pronounced M AA1 N T AH0 G Y UW2. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Montague?

Montague pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar France heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.