Montgomery

At a Glance: Name: Montgomery – Meaning: Gomeric's hill – Origin: Norman French (place name, from a personal name) – Gender: used for both boys and girls

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Montgomery is a Norman French name, originally a place name built from a personal name, and it means "Gomeric's hill." It's a name with a literal, traceable meaning behind it rather than something abstract, which can appeal to parents who like knowing exactly where a name comes from. U.S. Social Security records show it in use every year from 1880 through 2024.

Meaning & Origin of Montgomery

Meaning: Gomeric's hill.

Origin: Norman French (place name, from a personal name).

Source: Wiktionary.

Popularity of Montgomery

Montgomery hit its peak popularity in 1883, ranking #778 with 7 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it ranked #1090, though 199 babies received the name that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Montgomery mean?

Gomeric’s hill. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Montgomery)

Is Montgomery a popular name right now?

Montgomery peaked at #778 in 1883 and is ranked #1090 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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