What Are People From Monterrey Called?

North America, Mexico

People from Monterrey are called:

Regiomontano

Pronunciation:

/ˌmɒntəˈreɪ/

Monterrey landscape
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About Monterrey

  • The capital of the state of Nuevo León and one of Mexico's largest industrial centres.
  • Sits at the foot of the Sierra Madre Oriental mountains, with the Cerro de la Silla as its landmark.
  • Known for its business sector, its modern architecture, and the Macroplaza public square.

Quick Facts

Population:
1.14 million city (2020 census)
Country:
Mexico
Region:
North America

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Etymology & Origin

The city was founded in 1596 and named after Gaspar de Zúñiga y Acevedo, the Count of Monterrey, who was then the Viceroy of New Spain.

Nearby Places

Other places in the region and their demonyms

San Pedro Garza García

Adjoining the city

People are called:

Sampetrino

Saltillo

About 85 km southwest

People are called:

Saltillense

Nuevo Laredo

About 230 km northeast

People are called:

Nuevolaredense

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