Courtney
co(u)-rt-ney,
cour-tney
US Popularity:2446
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:short nose
From the Middle Ages to everyone’s favorite sitcom friend Courteney Cox, Courtney is a gender-neutral name of French origin. Derived from the French name Courtenay and the Latin word curtus—meaning "short"—Courtney translates to “short nose.” Pronounced KORT-nee, this baby name is also associated with the city Courtenay in Vancouver Island, Canada. Whether baby has a cute little nose or is born in the heart of British Columbia, the name Courtney can be the perfect fit.
Courtney Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Courtney is currently #1040 on The Bump
Boy:Courtney is currently #760 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Courtney is currently #570 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Courtney is currently #2446 in U.S. births
Boy:Courtney is currently #5375 in U.S. births
Girl:Courtney is currently #3230 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#3227
in 2022
- 39
from 2021
Sources
IMBd, Courteney Cox
Name Doctor, Courtney
Behind the Name, Courtney, January 2022
WordSense Dictionary, Courtney
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