Kurt Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKurt / /kɜrt/German; Scandinavian
Meaning
German: bold; Scandinavian: court
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kurt is derived from the Germanic name Konrad, which means 'bold counsel.' It has been used in various forms across Europe, particularly in German-speaking countries. In the 20th century, the name gained popularity in the United States and other English-speaking countries, often associated with strong, masculine traits.
Trend Summary
Kurt experienced peak popularity in the mid-20th century in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Curt
- Kurtis
International Variants
- Kurt (Turkish)
- Kurtis (English)
Famous people named Kurt
Kurt Cobain was the lead singer and guitarist of the influential rock band Nirvana.
Kurt Vonnegut was an American author known for his satirical novels, including 'Slaughterhouse-Five.'.
Kurt Russell is an American actor recognized for his roles in films such as 'Escape from New York' and 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.'.
Kurt Angle is a retired American professional wrestler and Olympic gold medalist.
Fictional characters named Kurt
Kurt Wagner, also known as Nightcrawler, is a character in the Marvel Comics universe, known for his teleportation abilities.
Kurt Hummel is a character in the television series 'Glee,' known for his musical talent and strong personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kurt was first seen in the United States in 1894. Kurt has ranked as high as #235 nationally, which occurred in 1964, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Michigan, New York, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Kurt has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kurt (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 10 | |
CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1894 | 7 |
1896 | 9 |
1899 | 5 |
1905 | 6 |
1906 | 5 |
1908 | 6 |
1910 | 6 |
1911 | 12 |
1912 | 18 |
1913 | 26 |
1914 | 29 |
1915 | 45 |
1916 | 28 |
1917 | 40 |
1918 | 31 |
1919 | 28 |
1920 | 37 |
1921 | 33 |
1922 | 32 |
1923 | 47 |
1924 | 41 |
1925 | 45 |
1926 | 53 |
1927 | 45 |
1928 | 62 |
1929 | 67 |
1930 | 77 |
1931 | 56 |
1932 | 64 |
1933 | 64 |
1934 | 69 |
1935 | 92 |
1936 | 106 |
1937 | 135 |
1938 | 134 |
1939 | 143 |
1940 | 194 |
1941 | 193 |
1942 | 258 |
1943 | 296 |
1944 | 294 |
1945 | 264 |
1946 | 373 |
1947 | 535 |
1948 | 519 |
1949 | 671 |
1950 | 789 |
1951 | 944 |
1952 | 1,466 |
1953 | 1,515 |
1954 | 1,692 |
1955 | 1,933 |
1956 | 2,387 |
1957 | 2,427 |
1958 | 2,672 |
1959 | 2,816 |
1960 | 2,881 |
1961 | 2,826 |
1962 | 3,019 |
1963 | 3,131 |
1964 | 3,159 |
1965 | 2,875 |
1966 | 2,846 |
1967 | 2,742 |
1968 | 2,453 |
1969 | 2,281 |
1970 | 2,197 |
1971 | 1,874 |
1972 | 1,582 |
1973 | 1,235 |
1974 | 1,233 |
1975 | 1,087 |
1976 | 1,018 |
1977 | 1,120 |
1978 | 1,065 |
1979 | 1,250 |
1980 | 1,281 |
1981 | 1,160 |
1982 | 1,180 |
1983 | 973 |
1984 | 979 |
1985 | 1,016 |
1986 | 1,059 |
1987 | 1,023 |
1988 | 1,043 |
1989 | 973 |
1990 | 957 |
1991 | 744 |
1992 | 691 |
1993 | 587 |
1994 | 554 |
1995 | 537 |
1996 | 482 |
1997 | 439 |
1998 | 368 |
1999 | 334 |
2000 | 315 |
2001 | 273 |
2002 | 278 |
2003 | 244 |
2004 | 230 |
2005 | 182 |
2006 | 182 |
2007 | 157 |
2008 | 139 |
2009 | 134 |
2010 | 112 |
2011 | 111 |
2012 | 108 |
2013 | 131 |
2014 | 113 |
2015 | 121 |
2016 | 122 |
2017 | 93 |
2018 | 90 |
2019 | 97 |
2020 | 94 |
2021 | 72 |
2022 | 81 |
2023 | 57 |
2024 | 71 |