Courteney Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Courteney has Old French origins and means 'short' or 'courteous.' It evolved from the surname Courtin through Courtenay to its modern form. The name has been popular since the 20th century and is often associated with elegance. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Courteney is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Courteney has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Courteney' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8327th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2537th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5855th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Courteney' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Courteney"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːrtni/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Courteney is derived from the Old French surname 'Courtin,' which was originally a designation for someone from a place named Courtenay in France. The name likely originates from a word meaning 'short' or 'courteous.'
Meaning
short, courteous
Language Evolution
Courtin (Old French), Courtenay (Middle English), Courteney (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of the surname Courtenay.
Variants & Derivatives
Courtney, Courtnay, Courtnee
Modern Popularity & Image
Courteney is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a sense of elegance and sophistication.
Famous People
Courteney Cox, Courteney Thorne-Smith
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Courteney"
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 "Courteney"
"Courteney" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8327th of 19264 | 69 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2537th of 27321 | 720 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5855th of 35406 | 335 |
Regional Popularity of "Courteney" 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 "Courteney" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
53.19% 1960th/3685 |
55.82% 2498th/4475 |
45.88% 2383rd/5194 |
44.64% 2820th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
80.27% 4145th/5164 |
92.86% 6791st/7313 |
87.11% 6501st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Courteney"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Courteney" 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.