Holding steady.
Popularity of Montford since 1913
Babies named Montford per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 43 |
| 1920s | 36 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 18 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Montford is a rare given name, likely derived from the Old English words for 'mountain' and 'ford,' or from a habitational surname. Its first recorded use in the United States was in 1913, which also marks its peak year of usage; it has never appeared in the top 1000 names. The name has remained stable in its rarity, with no significant revival in later decades. Despite its obscurity, Montford carries a classic, surname-like feel common among early 20th-century names. As it has no recorded top states or strong regional ties, its usage appears scattered and infrequent. Overall, Montford is a distinctive choice with clear English roots.
Montford is likely a variant of Mountford, derived from Old English 'munt' (mountain) and 'ford' (ford), meaning 'mountain ford'. It may also be a habitational surname from places like Montford in Shropshire, England. As a given name, it has been rare, with the earliest recorded use in the United States in 1913.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Mountford
Sibling names for Montford
Names that share Montford's style, for a brother or sister.
