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Montgomery

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Name — A surname and given name of Norman French origin, notably borne by British Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery, and the name of the capital city of Alabama.

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Etymology

From a Norman place name meaning "Gomeric's hill" in Old French.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Montgomery” mean?

The word “Montgomery” means a surname and given name of Norman French origin, notably borne by British Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery, and the name of the capital city of Alabama.

How do you pronounce “Montgomery”?

“Montgomery” is pronounced muhnt-GUHM-ree (/məntˈɡʌm(ə)ɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Montgomery” in a sentence?

Here is “Montgomery” used in a sentence: “Montgomery is the capital of Alabama and was once the capital of the Confederacy.”

What part of speech is “Montgomery”?

“Montgomery” is a name.

Where does the word “Montgomery” come from?

The word “Montgomery” comes from Old French. From a Norman place name meaning "Gomeric's hill" in Old French.

Is “Montgomery” a common word?

“Montgomery” is a fairly common word in modern English.

Is Montgomery a first name or a last name?

Montgomery functions as both a surname and a given name, and it is of Norman French origin. It is also widely used as a place name, most notably the capital city of Alabama.

What is Montgomery the capital city of?

Montgomery is the capital city of Alabama in the United States. The same name is separately used by people as both a surname and a first name.

What is the origin of the Montgomery name?

The name Montgomery is of Norman French origin. It has been borne by notable figures, including the British Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery.

Is Montgomery always capitalised?

Yes, Montgomery is always written with a capital M because it is a proper noun. This holds whether it refers to a person or to a place such as the Alabama capital.

Related words

Montgomerie

Nearby words

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