The baby name Lemonte is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced luh-MON-tay (IPA: /ləˈmɒnteɪ/ or /ləˈmɑːnteɪ/).
The baby name Lemonte is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced luh-MON-tay (IPA: /ləˈmɒnteɪ/ or /ləˈmɑːnteɪ/).
Lemonte is English, Italian in Origin.
Lemonte is a modern American given name that blends established surname elements with a contemporary styling. It most commonly derives from Lamont - ultimately from a Scottish surname traced to Old Norse Lögmaðr, “lawman” - or from French-influenced forms like Le Mont, “the mountain.” In Romance languages, monte also means “mountain,” reinforcing connotations of steadiness, protection, and resilience. As a given name, Lemonte therefore carries dual readings: the judicious authority of a “lawman” and the grounded strength of a “mountain.”
Recorded in U.S. use from the mid-20th century, Lemonte remains uncommon but recognizable, with particular visibility in African American naming where the Le-/La- prefix and surname-based styles flourished. Variant spellings include Lamont, Lamonte, Lemont, LeMont, LeMonte, LaMont, and LaMonte; related short forms are Monte and Monty. The name’s flexible structure invites creative capitalization (LeMonte) without altering pronunciation, and its meanings suit parents seeking a modern-sounding choice anchored in heritage.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Boys | 2016 | #893 | 5 | 7,365 |
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