Mountain; life
Montavis is a modern American invention, likely created by blending the French prefix 'Mont' (meaning mountain) with the suffix 'avis' (Latin for bird) or as a variation of names like Montez or Octavius. It follows the rhythmic patterns of mid-20th-century African American naming traditions. It conveys a sense of strength and upward movement.
Less common today
Montavis isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,170 in 1997.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American football player
