Kourtney
Kourtney is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Short nose or from the court.
Origin and history
Kourtney is a modern spelling variant of Courtney, which originated as an English surname derived from a French place name or nickname. It gained significant popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries in the United States, influenced by popular culture. Today it remains a recognizable feminine choice with a distinct initial 'K'.
Popularity in the United States
13,925 babies in the United States have been named Kourtney since 1880. It ranks #1342 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1782.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.5 %)
- CA (8.5 %)
- FL (6 %)
- MI (5.4 %)
- IL (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 45 |
| 1970-1980 | 528 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,478 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,447 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,555 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,553 |
| 2020-2029 | 319 |
Famous people named Kourtney
- Kourtney Kardashian: Media Personality, Businesswoman
Nicknames
Kourt, Kourtie
Fun facts
- The 'K' spelling variant rose in prominence alongside modern naming trends that substitute 'C' with 'K'.
- Originally an Old French aristocratic surname brought to England after the Norman Conquest.