UK surname
A surname possibly derived from French for "little hill" or "mound".
In the 1881 census there were 35 people recorded with the Monton surname, ranking it #28,715 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 46, ranked #35,126, down from #28,715 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Duffield, Manchester and Pleasley. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Monton is 170 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 31.4%.
1881 census count
35
Ranked #28,715
Modern count
46
2016, ranked #35,126
Peak year
1891
170 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Monton surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Monton surname density by area, 1891 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 40 | #26,118 |
| 1861 | historical | 140 | #16,169 |
| 1881 | historical | 35 | #28,715 |
| 1891 | historical | 170 | #16,816 |
| 1901 | historical | 43 | #29,380 |
| 1911 | historical | 53 | #27,508 |
| 1997 | modern | 34 | #34,282 |
| 1998 | modern | 33 | #34,532 |
| 1999 | modern | 32 | #34,717 |
| 2000 | modern | 39 | #34,066 |
| 2001 | modern | 39 | #33,923 |
| 2002 | modern | 51 | #33,193 |
| 2003 | modern | 44 | #33,875 |
| 2004 | modern | 42 | #34,222 |
| 2005 | modern | 45 | #34,160 |
| 2006 | modern | 44 | #34,568 |
| 2007 | modern | 40 | #35,037 |
| 2008 | modern | 40 | #35,137 |
| 2009 | modern | 39 | #35,321 |
| 2010 | modern | 40 | #35,403 |
| 2011 | modern | 40 | #35,395 |
| 2012 | modern | 38 | #35,481 |
| 2013 | modern | 43 | #35,271 |
| 2014 | modern | 43 | #35,293 |
| 2015 | modern | 46 | #35,109 |
| 2016 | modern | 46 | #35,126 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Duffield, Manchester, Pleasley, Liverpool and Kirkburton. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Duffield | Derbyshire |
| 2 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 3 | Pleasley | Nottinghamshire |
| 4 | Liverpool | Lancashire |
| 5 | Kirkburton | Yorkshire, West Riding |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Monton surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Monton, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.
These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.
The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.
UK neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Monton surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Monton household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Monton is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Monton is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Monton, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname MONTON is believed to have originated in France, specifically in the region of Normandy, during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old French word "mont," meaning "hill" or "mountain," which points to a potential geographic connection or origin.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name MONTON can be traced back to the 12th century, when it appeared in the Cartulaire de Redon, a medieval cartulary or collection of charters from the Redon Abbey in Brittany, France. This suggests that the name was already established in the region during that time.
In the 13th century, the name MONTON was found in various records and manuscripts across northern France, including the Trésor des Chartes, a collection of royal charters and documents from the French monarchy. This indicates that the name had spread and gained prominence throughout the region.
During the 14th century, a notable figure bearing the name MONTON was Jean de Monton (c. 1310 - c. 1375), a French philosopher and theologian who taught at the University of Paris and authored several works on logic and natural philosophy.
In the 15th century, the name MONTON appeared in the records of the Duchy of Burgundy, which at the time encompassed parts of modern-day eastern France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. This suggests that the name had spread to these regions as well.
Another significant figure with the surname MONTON was Pierre de Monton (c. 1460 - c. 1530), a French jurist and diplomat who served as the chancellor of Burgundy under Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor.
As the centuries progressed, the name MONTON continued to be found in various historical records and documents across France and other parts of Europe. It is also worth noting that variations in spelling, such as MONTONE or MONTONI, were not uncommon due to the fluidity of written language and regional dialects at the time.
Other notable individuals with the surname MONTON include Jean-Baptiste Monton (1670 - 1728), a French physician and astronomer known for his work on the theory of gravity; Marie-Thérèse Monton (1736 - 1806), a French painter and engraver; and Charles Monton (1810 - 1881), a French politician and lawyer who served as a deputy in the National Assembly.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Monton surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Warwickshire leads with 14 Montons recorded in 1881 and an index of 15.81x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Warwickshire | 14 | 15.81x |
| Lancashire | 9 | 2.16x |
| Cheshire | 5 | 6.45x |
| Worcestershire | 4 | 8.72x |
| Surrey | 2 | 1.17x |
| Northumberland | 1 | 1.91x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 23.92x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Birmingham in Warwickshire leads with 8 Montons recorded in 1881 and an index of 27.11x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | 8 | 27.11x |
| Dukinfield | 5 | 139.66x |
| Foleshill | 4 | 430.11x |
| Kings Norton | 4 | 97.32x |
| Cheetham | 3 | 96.46x |
| Chorlton Cum Hardy | 3 | 1071.43x |
| Coventry St Michael | 2 | 70.42x |
| Croydon | 2 | 21.05x |
| Hulme | 2 | 22.99x |
| Pendleton In Salford | 1 | 20.16x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 27.93x |
| Sandhoe | 1 | 3333.33x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Monton surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Monton surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Monton households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 5 |
| Infant | 2 |
| Cabinet Maker | 1 |
| Coal Mercht | 1 |
| Coal Miner | 1 |
| Comml Clerk | 1 |
| Cotton Bundler (Manuf) | 1 |
| Gardener Domestic | 1 |
| Greengrocer | 1 |
| Labourer Finishing | 1 |
| Machinist | 1 |
| Machinist At Bicycle Works | 1 |
| Nurse | 1 |
| Operative (Cotton) | 1 |
| Private 1/17th Regt | 1 |
| Silk Weaver | 1 |
| Son Of Officer | 1 |
| Steam Pipe Fitter (Eng) | 1 |
| Tailor | 1 |
| Wife Of Officer | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 35 people were recorded with the Monton surname. That placed it at #28,715 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 46 in 2016. That gives Monton a modern rank of #35,126.
A surname possibly derived from French for "little hill" or "mound".
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Monton bearers relative to the surrounding population.
The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.