Cortni Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cortni originates from the English derivative of the Old French name Courtney, meaning 'courtly' or 'of the court'. Its evolution includes variations like Courtney and Cortney. The name gained traction in the late 20th century and is associated with modernity and creativity. There is no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cortni"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːrtni/
Origin
English
Etymology
Cortni is derived from the Old French name 'Courtney', which originally referred to a person from Courtenay in France. The name has evolved to include various modern spellings and adaptations.
Meaning
courtly, of the court
Language Evolution
Courtney, Cortney, Cortni
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine variant of Courtney.
Variants & Derivatives
Courtney, Cortney, Courtnee
Modern Popularity & Image
Cortni is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youthful and creative individuals.
Famous People
Cortni Vaughn, Cortni G., Cortni G. B. (Popular social media influencer)
📊 Cortni Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Cortni Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 52 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cortni"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cortni"
"Cortni" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7197th of 19264 | 93 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3164th of 27321 | 521 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8448th of 35406 | 204 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Cortni" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cortni" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- |
63.21% 3283rd/5194 |
80.86% 5108th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cortni"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cortni" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Cortni" in the United States
The name Cortni is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cortni has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cortni' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7197th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3164th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8448th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cortni' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.