Kourtney Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KORT-nee //ˈkɔːrtni//
Origin: English; French
Meaning: French: courtly; English: from the court
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kourtney is a modern variant of the name Courtney, which has its origins in the Old French surname Courtenay. This surname is derived from the place name Courtenay in France, which itself comes from the Latin 'Cortinacum', meaning 'the court' or 'the enclosure'.
The name entered the English language during the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, when many French names and terms were adopted into English. Over time, the spelling evolved, and the name became popular as both a given name and a surname in English-speaking countries.
Historically, the name Courtney was borne by various notable figures, including members of the English nobility. The most significant milestone in the name's history is its association with the Courtenay family, who were prominent in England during the medieval period.
The name gained further recognition through its use in literature and historical texts, particularly during the 14th and 15th centuries. The name's usage as a given name became more common in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, where it was popularized by various cultural influences, including celebrities and media.
Culturally, the name Kourtney, like its predecessor Courtney, is often associated with notions of strength and nobility, reflecting its aristocratic roots. The name has also been linked to themes of courtly love and chivalry, which were prevalent in medieval literature.
While Kourtney is a relatively recent adaptation, it maintains the essence of its historical lineage. A diminutive form, Kourt, has emerged in contemporary usage, showcasing the name's adaptability and continued relevance in modern naming practices.
Famous people named Kourtney
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Kourtney Kardashian is a media personality and businesswoman best known for Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Kourtney and Kim Take New York, and her lifestyle brand Poosh.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kourtney was first seen in the United States in 1964.
Kourtney has ranked as high as #670 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Illinois, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Kourtney has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Kourtney is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Kourtney was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Kourtney (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Kourtney.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 45 |
| 2023 | 51 |
| 2022 | 53 |
| 2021 | 59 |
| 2020 | 79 |
| 2019 | 108 |
| 2018 | 90 |
| 2017 | 122 |
| 2016 | 161 |
| 2015 | 236 |
| 2014 | 256 |
| 2013 | 304 |
| 2012 | 385 |
| 2011 | 431 |
| 2010 | 459 |
| 2009 | 333 |
| 2008 | 244 |
| 2007 | 159 |
| 2006 | 180 |
| 2005 | 191 |
| 2004 | 248 |
| 2003 | 254 |
| 2002 | 273 |
| 2001 | 319 |
| 2000 | 353 |
| 1999 | 403 |
| 1998 | 426 |
| 1997 | 549 |
| 1996 | 594 |
| 1995 | 559 |
| 1994 | 593 |
| 1993 | 542 |
| 1992 | 570 |
| 1991 | 565 |
| 1990 | 646 |
| 1989 | 439 |
| 1988 | 415 |
| 1987 | 293 |
| 1986 | 292 |
| 1985 | 215 |
| 1984 | 211 |
| 1983 | 176 |
| 1982 | 147 |
| 1981 | 149 |
| 1980 | 141 |
| 1979 | 96 |
| 1978 | 103 |
| 1977 | 76 |
| 1976 | 77 |
| 1975 | 71 |
| 1974 | 48 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1964 | 5 |