All about the name MONTROSE

Meaning, origin, history.

Montrose, a distinctive and unique given name, derives its origins from Scotland. It is composed of two elements: 'Mons', meaning mountain, and 'Rhos', referring to a heath or moorland. Therefore, Montrose translates literally as 'mountainous moorland'. This name has been historically associated with the Scottish town of Montrose, located in Angus. The name gained prominence during the 17th century when James Graham, 1st Marquis of Montrose, a Scottish general and Covenanter leader, brought it into the limelight. However, its use as a given name is not widespread, contributing to its distinctive nature.

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Scottish

Popularity of the name MONTROSE since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

"Montrose saw six newborns welcomed in the year 1916."