Mountainous or hill-dweller
Monteco is a modern American name likely derived from the Spanish or Italian root 'monte', meaning mountain. It follows the linguistic pattern of adding a rhythmic suffix to a geographic base, similar to names like Montel or Deonco. It is often chosen for its distinctive sound and connection to strength and nature.
Less common today
Monteco isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,692 in 1995.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
