Courtney
Courtney is of Old French origin, originally a surname meaning 'from Courtenay' or 'short nose.' It evolved from an aristocratic English surname into a popular given name, carrying an air of refinement and sophistication.
Current Popularity
#2335 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Spelling variations exist (Courtney, Kourtney, Courtenay)
- •Traditionally unisex but now predominantly used for girls
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Peak popularity was in the 1990s, giving it a recognizable generational association
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Statistics
258,399
Total births since 1880
1990
Peak year
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