Kourtney Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKORT-nee / /ˈkɔːrtni/English; French
Meaning
French: courtly; English: from the court
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kourtney is a modern variation of the name Courtney, which has its roots in Old French. It became popular in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century. The name is often associated with a sense of sophistication and elegance. Kourtney gained additional popularity through celebrity culture, particularly in the early 2000s.
Trend Summary
Kourtney has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Courtney
- Kourtni
International Variants
- Courtney (English)
- Courtenay (French)
Famous people named Kourtney
Kourtney Kardashian is a television personality and businesswoman known for her role in the reality TV series 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians'.
Kourtney Love is an American singer, songwriter, and actress, recognized for her work with the band Hole and her solo career.
Fictional characters named Kourtney
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Sibling Suggestions
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)
Top States for Kourtney (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 48 |
| 1975 | 71 |
| 1976 | 77 |
| 1977 | 76 |
| 1978 | 103 |
| 1979 | 96 |
| 1980 | 141 |
| 1981 | 149 |
| 1982 | 147 |
| 1983 | 176 |
| 1984 | 211 |
| 1985 | 215 |
| 1986 | 292 |
| 1987 | 293 |
| 1988 | 415 |
| 1989 | 439 |
| 1990 | 646 |
| 1991 | 565 |
| 1992 | 570 |
| 1993 | 542 |
| 1994 | 593 |
| 1995 | 559 |
| 1996 | 594 |
| 1997 | 549 |
| 1998 | 426 |
| 1999 | 403 |
| 2000 | 353 |
| 2001 | 319 |
| 2002 | 273 |
| 2003 | 254 |
| 2004 | 248 |
| 2005 | 191 |
| 2006 | 180 |
| 2007 | 159 |
| 2008 | 244 |
| 2009 | 333 |
| 2010 | 459 |
| 2011 | 431 |
| 2012 | 385 |
| 2013 | 304 |
| 2014 | 256 |
| 2015 | 236 |
| 2016 | 161 |
| 2017 | 122 |
| 2018 | 90 |
| 2019 | 108 |
| 2020 | 79 |
| 2021 | 59 |
| 2022 | 53 |
| 2023 | 51 |
| 2024 | 45 |