TheNameDBMontes
TopographicMeaning
Plural of 'monte,' meaning mountains or hills; a topographic surname referring to mountainous terrain.
Etymology
The surname derives directly from the Spanish and Portuguese word 'montes' (mountains, plural of 'monte'). It was typically given to families living in or near mountainous regions.
About the Montes Surname
This is a common Iberian topographic surname indicating residence in mountainous areas. The name is found throughout Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions.
Distribution
Widespread throughout Spain, Portugal, and Latin America.
Notable Bearers
Luis Montes, Ismael Montes