Holding steady, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Montrez since 1976
Babies named Montrez per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 80 |
| 1990s | 197 |
| 2000s | 169 |
| 2010s | 87 |
| 2020s | 38 |
Meaning & origin
Montrez is a rare American name that first appeared in records in 1976, with its peak year in 1999. As of 2025, it ranked 9,714th nationally, given to only about 1 in every 244,011 newborns. The name's trajectory has been stable rather than trending, suggesting it remains a distinctive choice. Despite its low profile, Montrez exemplifies the late-20th-century American penchant for coined names with a French-like flair. It has no strong regional ties, appearing without a concentration in any top state.
Montrez appears to be a modern American coinage, likely formed by combining the French-derived element 'mont' (mountain) or the name Montray with a trendy '-ez' suffix. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976 and saw peak usage in 1999, reflecting a pattern of creative, phonetically appealing names emerging in the late 20th century.
Sibling names for Montrez
Names that share Montrez's style, for a brother or sister.
