Monti

Monti is an Italian term that serves as a surname and a placename. It derives from monte, meaning "mountain," and the plural monti is used to refer to mountains. In Italian geography and toponymy, monti appears in names for ranges, hills, and district labels.

As a surname, Monti is common in Italy and among people of Italian heritage worldwide. Notable bearer includes Mario Monti (born 1943), an economist who served as Italy's prime minister from November 2011 to April 2013, and who later held roles in European and international institutions.

Rione Monti is a historic district in the center of Rome, situated between the Colosseum and Termini Station. It is known for its medieval streets, churches, and a mix of boutiques, cafes, and markets. The toponym Monti also appears in other Italian place names and in descriptions of mountainous regions.

In politics and governance, the name Monti is associated with Mario Monti's technocratic government, founded in late 2011, which oversaw a package of fiscal consolidation and structural reforms in response to the eurozone crisis. The government is often referred to as the Monti government, and its policies are collectively described as the Monti Plan or Monti reforms.