Montgomery

boyNorman French

Montgomery is a boy name of Norman French origin, meaning “Mountain of Gumarich”.

MeaningMountain of Gumarich
GenderBoy
OriginNorman French
Pronunciationmont-GUM-uh-ree
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inUnited States, United Kingdom

Meaning and origin of Montgomery

Montgomery is a Norman surname from a place in Normandy, Sainte-Foy-de-Montgommery, usually explained as Old French mont, 'hill', plus the Germanic personal name Gumarich, 'man power'. Roger de Montgomery, a companion of William the Conqueror, gave his name to the Welsh town and county of Montgomery. Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery and actor Montgomery Clift are well-known bearers.

Is Montgomery a religious name?

Montgomery has no religious meaning; it is an aristocratic Norman place name.

How popular is Montgomery?

Rare as a first name, often shortened to Monty.

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Spellings and variants of Montgomery

MontgomerieMonty

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Montgomery mean?

Montgomery means 'Mountain of Gumarich'. It is of Norman French origin.

Does Montgomery have a religious meaning?

Montgomery has no religious meaning; it is an aristocratic Norman place name.

How do you pronounce Montgomery?

Montgomery is pronounced mont-GUM-uh-ree.

Is Montgomery a boy or girl name?

Montgomery is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.