Holding steady.
Popularity of Montine since 1907
Babies named Montine per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 12 |
| 1910s | 133 |
| 1920s | 165 |
| 1930s | 84 |
| 1940s | 60 |
| 1950s | 18 |
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Montine is a rare feminine name that first appeared in American birth records in 1907. It reached its peak popularity in 1921, the year it ranked highest in usage. Since then, the name has remained stable but uncommon, not appearing in recent top-name lists. Its origin is uncertain but it likely arose as an elaboration of Monty or a variant of Montina. Given its scarcity and distinctive sound, Montine offers a unique choice for parents seeking an early-20th-century revival name with a soft, feminine ending.
Montine first appears in the United States around 1907, likely as a feminine elaboration of Monty, itself a diminutive of Montgomery or a nickname from the French mont meaning 'hill'. The name saw modest use in the 1920s and has remained stable but rare. Its exact derivation is not clearly documented, and it may be a creative coinage rather than a traditional name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Monty, Tina
Variants: Montina
Sibling names for Montine
Names that share Montine's style, for a brother or sister.
