CURTIS
The meaning of the unisex name Curtis is COURTEOUS.
Details on CURTIS:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Courteous
- Popularity for Boy:
- 1,944th in the USA (top 10%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 26,256th in the USA (bottom 40%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
249 births
CURTIS as a BOY in 2024
5 births
CURTIS as a GIRL in 2000
The meaning(s) of CURTIS:
The name Curtis is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Curtis is: Polite; courteous.
The name Curtis is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Curtis is: Polite; courteous.
The name Curtis is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Curtis is: From a surname derived from the Old French 'curteis' meaning courteous.
The name Curtis is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name Curtis is: The Taming of the Shrew' A servant to Petruchio.
USA SSA birth(s) for CURTIS:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name CURTIS
CURTIS as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 249 births |
| 2023 | 257 births |
| 2022 | 301 births |
| 2021 | 317 births |
| 2020 | 361 births |
| 2019 | 393 births |
| 2018 | 438 births |
| 2017 | 427 births |
| 2016 | 504 births |
| 2015 | 541 births |
| 2014 | 525 births |
| 2013 | 584 births |
| 2012 | 624 births |
| 2011 | 623 births |
| 2010 | 650 births |
| 2009 | 766 births |
CURTIS as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 5 births |
| 1995 | 6 births |
| 1994 | 5 births |
| 1993 | 7 births |
| 1991 | 10 births |
| 1990 | 17 births |
| 1989 | 20 births |
| 1988 | 25 births |
| 1987 | 31 births |
| 1986 | 26 births |
| 1985 | 27 births |
| 1984 | 20 births |
| 1983 | 25 births |
| 1982 | 28 births |
| 1981 | 28 births |
| 1980 | 26 births |
About the name CURTIS
Curtis, a name steeped in history and charm, whispers tales of noble origins. Derived from the Old French word "cortois," meaning "courteous" or "polite," it carries the essence of kindness and respect. This name, once a surname, began to flourish as a first name in English-speaking countries during the 19th century, infusing a sense of friendliness and warmth into those who bear it. Popular in the United States, Canada, and parts of the United Kingdom, Curtis links its bearers with a legacy of graciousness and strength. The name evokes images of rolling green fields and quiet country roads, where manners and good-heartedness reign supreme. In popular culture, Curtis has been embraced by various artistic expressions, enriching its persona with creativity and flair. A choice for a baby boy, Curtis encapsulates a blend of elegance and approachability, promising a future filled with charm and respect in every encounter.
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