Kurtis Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKER-tis / /ˈkɜːrtɪs/English; German
Meaning
English: courtier; German: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
Kurtis is a variant of the name Curtis, which has roots in Middle English. The name Curtis originally referred to someone who was a courtier or a person of the court. It has been used as a given name since the 19th century. The name has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries. In modern times, it is often associated with a strong, masculine identity.
Trend Summary
Kurtis has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Curtis
International Variants
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Famous people named Kurtis
Kurtis Blow is an American rapper known for being one of the first commercially successful hip-hop artists.
Kurtis McElhinney is a professional ice hockey goaltender who has played in the NHL.
Kurtis Conner is a Canadian comedian and YouTuber known for his commentary and humor.
Kurtis Lee is a journalist recognized for his work in various news outlets.
Fictional characters named Kurtis
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kurtis was first seen in the United States in 1934. Kurtis has ranked as high as #660 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Kurtis has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kurtis (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1942 | 18 |
| 1943 | 23 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 18 |
| 1947 | 22 |
| 1948 | 35 |
| 1949 | 43 |
| 1950 | 47 |
| 1951 | 68 |
| 1952 | 76 |
| 1953 | 101 |
| 1954 | 106 |
| 1955 | 111 |
| 1956 | 159 |
| 1957 | 172 |
| 1958 | 169 |
| 1959 | 192 |
| 1960 | 202 |
| 1961 | 234 |
| 1962 | 228 |
| 1963 | 279 |
| 1964 | 298 |
| 1965 | 269 |
| 1966 | 246 |
| 1967 | 234 |
| 1968 | 245 |
| 1969 | 287 |
| 1970 | 265 |
| 1971 | 282 |
| 1972 | 207 |
| 1973 | 197 |
| 1974 | 213 |
| 1975 | 184 |
| 1976 | 197 |
| 1977 | 251 |
| 1978 | 271 |
| 1979 | 343 |
| 1980 | 389 |
| 1981 | 391 |
| 1982 | 361 |
| 1983 | 393 |
| 1984 | 451 |
| 1985 | 501 |
| 1986 | 549 |
| 1987 | 612 |
| 1988 | 589 |
| 1989 | 624 |
| 1990 | 566 |
| 1991 | 547 |
| 1992 | 472 |
| 1993 | 444 |
| 1994 | 442 |
| 1995 | 435 |
| 1996 | 356 |
| 1997 | 321 |
| 1998 | 305 |
| 1999 | 244 |
| 2000 | 242 |
| 2001 | 231 |
| 2002 | 199 |
| 2003 | 170 |
| 2004 | 157 |
| 2005 | 156 |
| 2006 | 145 |
| 2007 | 137 |
| 2008 | 110 |
| 2009 | 125 |
| 2010 | 108 |
| 2011 | 87 |
| 2012 | 101 |
| 2013 | 91 |
| 2014 | 101 |
| 2015 | 79 |
| 2016 | 88 |
| 2017 | 86 |
| 2018 | 67 |
| 2019 | 49 |
| 2020 | 47 |
| 2021 | 51 |
| 2022 | 47 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 29 |