Lamonte
Lamonte Origin and Meaning
Lamonte is a masculine given name that combines the prefix "La-" (meaning "the" in French and Spanish) with "monte," which derives from Latin and Romance languages meaning "mountain." The name may have evolved as a variant spelling of Lamont, which has Scottish origins as a surname derived from the Old Norse elements "logmaðr" (lawman) and the French "mont." Lamonte has appeared in U.S. naming records throughout the 20th century, with more consistent usage beginning in the 1960s. The name exhibits the common pattern of adding prefixes to existing names or terms to create distinctive variations. While not among the most common names, Lamonte has maintained steady usage and offers a sophisticated sound with its French-influenced pronunciation.