Countney Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKORT-nee / /ˈkɔːrtni/English; Irish
Meaning
English: From the town of Courtney; Irish: Descendant of the warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Courtney has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from a surname that originated from a place name. In Irish, it is associated with a Gaelic surname meaning 'descendant of the warrior'. The name has been used for both genders, though it is more commonly given to girls in contemporary contexts.
Trend Summary
Courtney experienced peak popularity in the 1980s and 1990s but has seen a decline in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Courtney
- Courtnee
International Variants
- Courtenay (French)
- Cortney (English)
Famous people named Countney
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Countney was first seen in the United States in 1980. Countney has ranked as high as #1136 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Countney has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Countney
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1980 | 5 |
1985 | 8 |
1987 | 8 |
1990 | 6 |