Montreal

Pronunciation: [ m-uhntr-ee-AWL ]

Montreal is a boy baby name. Ranked #8,788 in the US, popular nicknames include Mon, Moy, and Monie.

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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Montreal is a boy name, recorded for 10 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-uhntr-ee-AWL.

Parents who love the name Montreal often also consider Jhyzir, Anurag, Early .

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Historical Record

Montreal first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.

Over 1,108 babies have been named Montreal in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Montreal is past its peak , currently ranked #8,788 for boy names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#8,788
Current Rank
Peaked 1990 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#8,788
Total SSA Count
10

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Nicknames

Mon Moy Monie Montie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Montreal

Is Montreal a boy or girl name?
Montreal is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Montreal?
Montreal is pronounced m-uhntr-ee-AWL.
How popular is the name Montreal?
Montreal is currently ranked #8788 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Montreal?
Common nicknames for Montreal include Mon, Moy, Monie, and Montie.
Is Montreal a common or rare name?
Montreal is an uncommon name, ranked #8788 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Montreal?
Montreal pairs well with Jhyzir, Anurag, Early, Dayshawn in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Montreal?
Related spellings include Montgomery, Monte, Montana, Monty.

About the Name Montreal

Montreal is a boy name .

Montreal is currently ranked #8,788 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Montreal include Mon, Moy, Monie, and Montie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Montreal include Montgomery, Monte, Montana, Monty, Montez . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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