Curtis Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKER-tis / /ˈkɜːrtɪs/English; Latin
Meaning
English: courtier; Latin: from the curtis (courteous)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Curtis has its roots in Old French and Latin, originally derived from the word 'curtus,' meaning 'short' or 'courteous.' It became popular in England during the Middle Ages. The name has been used as both a surname and a given name, often associated with nobility and courtly life. Over time, it has maintained a steady presence in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Curtis experienced peak popularity in the mid-20th century and has seen a gradual decline in usage since then.
Similar Names
Variants
- Curt
- Curtis
International Variants
- Curtis (English)
- Kurtis (English)
Famous people named Curtis
Curtis Mayfield was an influential American singer-songwriter known for his work in soul and R&B music.
Curtis Jackson, also known as 50 Cent, is a prominent American rapper, actor, and businessman.
Curtis Hanson was an American film director and screenwriter, recognized for his work on films like 'L.A. Confidential.'.
Curtis Granderson is a former professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball for several teams.
Fictional characters named Curtis
Curtis is a character in the film 'Snowpiercer,' serving as a leader of the revolution against the oppressive train system.
Curtis the Cowardly Dog is the titular character in the animated series 'Courage the Cowardly Dog,' known for his adventures in a haunted farmhouse.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Curtis was first seen in the United States in 1880. Curtis has ranked as high as #151 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in California, Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Curtis has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Curtis (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 24 | |
CA | 20 | |
NC | 17 | |
FL | 15 | |
OH | 15 | |
GA | 11 | |
MI | 10 | |
NY | 9 | |
MN | 8 | |
IL | 8 | |
OK | 8 | |
AL | 7 | |
WA | 7 | |
IN | 6 | |
PA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 68 |
1881 | 72 |
1882 | 70 |
1883 | 53 |
1884 | 73 |
1885 | 70 |
1886 | 72 |
1887 | 61 |
1888 | 89 |
1889 | 67 |
1890 | 86 |
1891 | 62 |
1892 | 83 |
1893 | 80 |
1894 | 88 |
1895 | 89 |
1896 | 107 |
1897 | 102 |
1898 | 128 |
1899 | 103 |
1900 | 144 |
1901 | 114 |
1902 | 129 |
1903 | 138 |
1904 | 144 |
1905 | 182 |
1906 | 177 |
1907 | 208 |
1908 | 203 |
1909 | 244 |
1910 | 277 |
1911 | 321 |
1912 | 566 |
1913 | 676 |
1914 | 915 |
1915 | 1,058 |
1916 | 1,174 |
1917 | 1,243 |
1918 | 1,335 |
1919 | 1,346 |
1920 | 1,443 |
1921 | 1,479 |
1922 | 1,547 |
1923 | 1,538 |
1924 | 1,529 |
1925 | 1,520 |
1926 | 1,626 |
1927 | 1,590 |
1928 | 1,920 |
1929 | 1,946 |
1930 | 1,721 |
1931 | 1,635 |
1932 | 1,775 |
1933 | 1,679 |
1934 | 1,844 |
1935 | 1,753 |
1936 | 1,797 |
1937 | 1,790 |
1938 | 2,002 |
1939 | 2,012 |
1940 | 2,103 |
1941 | 2,164 |
1942 | 2,419 |
1943 | 2,525 |
1944 | 2,465 |
1945 | 2,392 |
1946 | 2,724 |
1947 | 3,037 |
1948 | 3,091 |
1949 | 3,088 |
1950 | 3,209 |
1951 | 3,716 |
1952 | 4,175 |
1953 | 4,353 |
1954 | 4,596 |
1955 | 4,979 |
1956 | 5,157 |
1957 | 5,342 |
1958 | 5,260 |
1959 | 5,534 |
1960 | 5,363 |
1961 | 5,445 |
1962 | 5,570 |
1963 | 5,376 |
1964 | 5,065 |
1965 | 4,687 |
1966 | 4,242 |
1967 | 3,966 |
1968 | 3,855 |
1969 | 3,674 |
1970 | 3,615 |
1971 | 3,426 |
1972 | 3,080 |
1973 | 2,691 |
1974 | 2,590 |
1975 | 2,327 |
1976 | 2,451 |
1977 | 2,606 |
1978 | 2,825 |
1979 | 3,201 |
1980 | 3,332 |
1981 | 3,198 |
1982 | 2,940 |
1983 | 2,847 |
1984 | 2,957 |
1985 | 2,943 |
1986 | 2,909 |
1987 | 2,909 |
1988 | 2,907 |
1989 | 2,964 |
1990 | 2,801 |
1991 | 2,590 |
1992 | 2,321 |
1993 | 2,097 |
1994 | 1,869 |
1995 | 1,709 |
1996 | 1,645 |
1997 | 1,496 |
1998 | 1,408 |
1999 | 1,270 |
2000 | 1,240 |
2001 | 1,124 |
2002 | 1,024 |
2003 | 907 |
2004 | 950 |
2005 | 960 |
2006 | 915 |
2007 | 953 |
2008 | 809 |
2009 | 767 |
2010 | 652 |
2011 | 623 |
2012 | 625 |
2013 | 585 |
2014 | 525 |
2015 | 541 |
2016 | 508 |
2017 | 431 |
2018 | 438 |
2019 | 393 |
2020 | 361 |
2021 | 317 |
2022 | 301 |
2023 | 257 |
2024 | 249 |