Courtenay
Courtenay: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Courtenay
Root meaning: “short”
- A female given name.
- A male given name.
Etymology
From Latin Curtenus, from curtus (“short”), via Norman.
How popular is Courtenay?
Since 1880, 1,189 girls and 246 boys in the U.S. have been named Courtenay (83% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1324 in 1966. Its highest rank for boys was #2293 in 1980. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Sibling name ideas for Courtenay
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Courtenay FAQ
What does the name Courtenay mean?
Courtenay traces back to a root meaning "short". A female given name. A male given name. From Latin Curtenus, from curtus (“short”), via Norman.
What is the origin of the name Courtenay?
Courtenay is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Courtenay?
Since 1880, 1,189 girls and 246 boys in the U.S. have been named Courtenay (83% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1324 in 1966. Its highest rank for boys was #2293 in 1980. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Courtenay a boy or girl name?
Courtenay is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (1,189 girls and 246 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.