Curt is a short form of the name Curtis, which has origins that can be traced back to Old French, brought to England by the Normans. The name Curtis came from 'curteis', which means 'courteous' or 'polite.' In German, it can convey the meaning of 'courageous.' The name gained popularity in English-s
Cultural significance
Curt has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of courteous, polite.
Rising fast — up 775 spots — currently #8384 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1880–2023#8384 · Top 6.2%
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US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#8384
9
▲ up 775 · +13% births
2022
#9159
8
▼ down 1440 · -20% births
2021
#7719
10
▼ down 1149 · -17% births
2020
#6570
12
▲ up 2172 · +50% births
2015
#8742
8
▲ up 958 · +14% births
2010
#9700
7
▼ down 6247 · -75% births
2005
#3453
28
▼ down 779 · -18% births
2000
#2674
34
▼ down 1145 · -45% births
1995
#1529
62
▼ down 487 · -40% births
1990
#1042
103
▼ down 336 · -34% births
1985
#706
156
▼ down 131 · -31% births
1980
#575
226
▼ down 48 · -3% births
1975
#527
233
▼ down 152 · -50% births
1970
#375
466
▼ down 58 · -20% births
1965
#317
580
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Curt
1960Rank #292
720
#2722
↘Falling
1905 - 202327 years
The story of Curt
Curt has been a beloved American name for over 144 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1880. A total of 16,641 babies have received this name. Once ranked #852 in 1880, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8384 in 2023.
Curt means "Courteous, Polite" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Curt?
Curt is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Curt have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Curt?
Curt originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Curt sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Curt flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Curt ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Curt trending right now?
Curt is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Sibling names that pair with Curt
For a sister
Curt & Kimberly♡
Curt & Mark♡
Curt & Derek♡
Curt & Jane♡
For a brother
Curt & James♡
Curt & Mark♡
Curt & Steven♡
Curt & Derek♡
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