Monserrat
mon-serrat,
mons(er)-rat
US Popularity:2469
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Spanish
Meaning:Jagged mountain; Clamp mountain
Monserrat is a girl's name of Latin and Catalan origin, meaning "jagged mountain" or “clamp mountain.” Monserrat’s alternative spelling, Montserrat, shares its name with a mountain near Barcelona, a monastery, and a celebrated statue of the Virgin Mary and the infant Jesus. This name is especially trendy in Catalonia and Catalan-speaking areas, given its connection to the local region. If baby grows up to love adventure, they’ll love the legendary story behind their name. In Arthurian legend, Montserrat is believed to be one of the homes of the Holy Grail, a mythical object associated with Jesus Christ.
Monserrat Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Monserrat is currently #3687 on The Bump
Girl:Monserrat is currently #2475 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Monserrat is currently #2469 in U.S. births
Girl:Monserrat is currently #1318 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1318
in 2023
+ 240
from 2022
Sources
Name Doctor, Monserrat
Behind the Name, Montserrat, August 2017
New World Encyclopedia, Holy Grail
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