Montague Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

At a Glance

Meaning

A variant of the surname Montagu, generally traced to a French place name meaning roughly 'pointed hill'

Origin

Norman French (surname)

Gender

Primarily used for boys

Pronunciation

MAHN-tuh-gyooListen

Montague is a Norman French surname, a variant of Montagu, which is generally traced back to a French place name meaning roughly 'pointed hill.' It's the kind of name with a title-and-tailcoats feel, carried today mostly as a given name for parents drawn to that surname-turned-first-name style. If you're considering it, you're picking a name rooted in French nobility naming conventions rather than a common modern pick.

Meaning & Origin of Montague

Meaning: A variant of the surname Montagu, generally traced to a French place name meaning roughly 'pointed hill'.

Origin: Norman French (surname).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Montague

Popularity of Montague

Montague has never been common in the U.S.: it peaked at #2036 back in 1915, when 14 babies were given the name, and by 2024 it had fallen to #11846 with just 6 babies recorded.

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FAQ

What does the name Montague mean?

A variant of the surname Montagu, generally traced to a French place name meaning roughly ‘pointed hill’. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Montague?

Montague is pronounced MAHN-tuh-gyoo (IPA: /ˈmɒntəɡjuː/).

Is Montague a popular name right now?

Montague peaked at #2036 in 1915 and is ranked #11846 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1915–2024.)

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