Holding steady, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Lamontae since 1990
Babies named Lamontae per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2008, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Lamontae's real moment was 1996.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 67 |
| 2000s | 108 |
| 2010s | 88 |
| 2020s | 46 |
Meaning & origin
Lamontae is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1990. It reached its peak popularity in 1996, when it ranked 7,679th and had an incidence of 1 in 170,808 births. The name is likely a blend of the fashionable prefix La- and Montae, reflecting a creative naming tradition. Since its peak in 1996, usage has remained stable, with the name never breaking into widespread use or appearing in any state's top names lists. Its appeal lies in its distinctive sound and modern feel, rather than historical or etymological roots.
Lamontae is a modern American coinage, likely formed by blending the popular prefix La- with the name Montae, itself a variant of Monty or a respelling of Monté. The name emerged in the United States during the late 20th century, reflecting a trend of creating distinctive, melodic names for boys. It does not have a long historical pedigree and is primarily used in African American communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lam, Montae, Monty
Sibling names for Lamontae
Names that share Lamontae's style, for a brother or sister.
