Dog Names > Monty

Monty

Male

Meaning

Mountain belonging to the ruler

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈmɒnti/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Monty, a name with royal British roots, is a top-notch choice for your canine companion. It's like naming your dog after Monty Python, the legendary comedy troupe, ensuring a life filled with laughter and absurdly funny walks. Or think Field Marshal Montgomery, a dog named Monty is destined to be a leader, a strategic genius in fetch games. Plus, it's short, snappy, and easy for dogs to recognize. So, if you want your dog to exude a blend of British charm, comedic genius, and military strategy, Monty is the perfect name.

Traits associated with the name Monty:

Dogs named Monty tend to be loving, affectionate, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Monty?

Naming your dog Monty suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy having fun. It also suggests that you are creative and enjoy coming up with unique names.

Is Monty a good dog name?

Monty has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Monty isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Naming your dog Monty is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Monty was, in the past month, the 445th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Monty is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Monty was viewed 101 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Monty's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Monty is most adored in Colorado, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Hampshire, Kentucky and South Carolina.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Monty.

Famous dogs named Monty:

A dog named Monty played a role in the movie The Hidden Room.

Monty is found in these categories:

cute

Evokes playful charm, reminiscent of comedic legend Monty Python.

posh

Royalty and aristocracy often favor this moniker for their canine companions.

british

Associated with popular British TV host, Monty Don, and Python comedy group.

Dog names like Monty:

Mickey

Who Is Like God?

Milo

Soldier, or merciful

Murphy

Descendant of a sea warrior

Alfie

Counselor

Archie

Genuine, bold or brave

Harry

Home ruler

Comments (6)

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(Mexico City, Mexico)

Full name is Montreal but since he was a puppy we named him Monty, he is the purest love I have ever had.
July 13, 2024 ◆ Translated

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Rhonda (Florida, United States)

Our dog is Monte. Short for Monterey.
January 03, 2024

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My dog name is Monty ♥️ (Punjab, Pakistan)

My dog name is Monty ♥️
February 19, 2023

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Sophia (Virginia, United States)

My dog's name is also Monty! He is a Cavachon.
June 27, 2022

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Sharon (New Jersey, United States)

My dog’s name.
February 09, 2022

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Abigail (England, United Kingdom)

My dog is called Monty 😂 I absolutely love the name
January 01, 2022

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