Pointed mountain
A variation of the French surname Montel, which is a diminutive of 'mont' (mountain). It likely originated as a topographic name for someone living near a small or pointed hill. In the United States, it gained recognition as a rhythmic first name in the late 20th century.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Montell in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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