Monterey
girl nameMonterey entered the US charts in 1941, peaked at #3954 in 1941, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1941–2025
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rank today
#3954
peak (1941)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3954 |
| 1950s | #5325 |
| 2010s | #16419 |
| 2020s | #15293 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Monterey are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Monterey alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Monterey in 2025?
- Monterey is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Monterey most popular?
- Monterey peaked in 1941, reaching #3954 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Monterey with classmates?
- Monterey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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