Curt
Curt: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Curt
- A short form of the male given name Curtis
- A male given name from the Germanic languages, an anglicized spelling of Kurt
How popular is Curt?
Since 1880, 16,680 boys in the U.S. have been named Curt. Its highest rank for boys was #292 in 1960. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Curt
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Sibling name ideas for Curt
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Curt FAQ
What does the name Curt mean?
A short form of the male given name Curtis A male given name from the Germanic languages, an anglicized spelling of Kurt
What is the origin of the name Curt?
Curt is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Curt?
Since 1880, 16,680 boys in the U.S. have been named Curt. Its highest rank for boys was #292 in 1960. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Curt a boy or girl name?
Curt is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 16,680 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.