Monteen
A feminine name derived from the French word "monter" meaning "to ascend."
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Monteen. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Monteen today is around 89 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Monteen births was 1916 (21 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Monteen. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Monteen is about 89 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Monteens were born before 1947.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Monteen. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
1916
21 babies that year
Average age
89
years old
1941 SSA rank
#4,870
Tracked since 1908
Popularity
Monteen: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Monteen from the 1900s through to the 1940s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 117 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Monteen by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Monteen during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Monteens live
Origin
Meaning and history of Monteen
The name Monteen is a relatively obscure one, with its origins shrouded in mystery. It is believed to have originated in the Celtic regions of Europe, possibly from the Gaelic or Welsh languages. The name's earliest roots can be traced back to the Middle Ages, around the 11th or 12th century.
Some scholars suggest that Monteen may have derived from the Old Welsh word "monteyn," which means "little hill" or "small mountain." Others propose that it could be a variation of the name "Montague," which has French origins and means "sharp mountain." However, these theories are largely speculative, and the true etymology of the name remains uncertain.
Historical records mentioning individuals with the name Monteen are scarce, but a few notable figures stand out. One of the earliest documented instances is Monteen ap Rhys, a Welsh nobleman who lived in the late 12th century. He was a prominent figure in the court of Rhys ap Gruffydd, the Lord Rhys of Deheubarth.
In the 16th century, there was a Monteen O'Conor, an Irish chieftain and member of the prestigious O'Conor clan. He was known for his involvement in the Tudor conquest of Ireland and his resistance against English rule in the region.
Moving forward to the 17th century, we find Monteen Buchanan, a Scottish soldier who fought in the Thirty Years' War. He was renowned for his bravery and military prowess, serving under King Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden.
In the 19th century, there was Monteen Witherspoon, an American educator and author from South Carolina. She wrote several books on etiquette and social graces, which were widely popular during her time.
Lastly, in the early 20th century, we have Monteen Griffith, a Welsh artist and painter who was part of the avant-garde art movement in Britain. Her works were exhibited in various galleries and showcased her unique style and creative vision.
While the name Monteen may not be as common or well-known as other names, its rich history and unique origins make it a fascinating subject of study for onomatologists and historians alike. Despite the challenges in tracing its exact roots, the individuals who bore this name have left their mark on various cultures and eras.
People
Monteen + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Monteen as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Monteen: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Monteen?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Monteen going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Monteen a common name?
We classify Monteen as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 253 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Monteen most popular?
The single biggest year for Monteen was 1916, when 21 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Monteen is about 89 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Monteen a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Monteen in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.