Find out how popular the last name Montoute is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Montoute.

Montoute, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Montoute surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Montoute in America

Montoute is the 114424th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Montoute surname appeared 153 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Montoute.

We can also compare 2010 data for Montoute to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Montoute

The surname Montoute has its origins in France, originating in the northern region of Normandy during the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Old French words "mont" and "oult," meaning "hill" and "beyond," respectively. This suggests that the name may have initially referred to a person living beyond a particular hill or elevated area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Montoute can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Normandy, dating back to the 13th century. These records were tax documents that listed the names of individuals liable for paying taxes to the Crown. The presence of the name in these rolls indicates that the Montoute family had established itself in Normandy during this time.

In the 14th century, a branch of the Montoute family is recorded as having settled in the region of Picardy, located in northern France. The name appeared in various spellings, such as Montoult and Montoult, reflecting the evolution of language and local dialects.

One notable historical figure bearing the Montoute name was Jean Montoute (1520-1589), a French theologian and scholar. He was born in Normandy and later became a professor of theology at the University of Paris, where he gained recognition for his teachings and writings on religious subjects.

Another prominent individual was Pierre Montoute (1670-1742), a French military officer who served under Louis XIV during the War of the Spanish Succession. He distinguished himself in several battles and was awarded the prestigious Order of Saint Louis for his bravery and leadership.

In the 18th century, the Montoute family also had a presence in the French colonies of the Caribbean. Jacques Montoute (1725-1798) was a plantation owner and prominent figure in the sugar trade on the island of Martinique. His descendants continued to play an influential role in the economic and social life of the colony.

During the 19th century, the name Montoute appeared in various regions of France, including Normandy, Picardy, and the Paris area. One notable individual from this period was Émile Montoute (1835-1901), a French painter and artist known for his landscapes and portraiture.

Another significant figure was Marie Montoute (1880-1955), a French educator and advocate for women's rights. She dedicated her life to promoting educational opportunities for girls and empowering women through her writings and public speeches.

These examples illustrate the presence of the Montoute surname across different periods and regions of France, as well as its association with individuals who made notable contributions in various fields, such as academia, military, arts, and social reform.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Montoute

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Montoute.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Montoute was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Montoute has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Montoute was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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