Curtina

“A feminine form of Curtis, which means 'courteous' or 'polite'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1758US 2023

442Births / yr

→Stable

69All-time births

📅 Since 196600

How to pronounce Curtina

KER·TEE·nuh

/ˈkɝ.ˈtiː.nə/ · stress on KER · 3 syllables

“A feminine form of Curtis, which means 'courteous' or 'polite'.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Curtina mean and where does it come from?

Curtina is a modern feminine variation of the name Curtis, which has Old French origins. The name gained popularity in the U.S. during the late 20th century, reflecting the trend of adding feminine endings to traditionally male names.

Cultural significance

Curtina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a feminine form of curtis, which means 'courteous' or 'polite'..

Peak popularity

Reached #5470 in 1973 — currently #1758 in the US.

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How else can you spell Curtina?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Curtina?

Curtina works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Curtina Grace

How popular is Curtina right now?

Holding steady — currently #1758 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#1758 · Top 1.3%

1975

1990

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1758	442	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2022	#1763	422	▲ up 5 · +8% births
2021	#1768	392	▲ up 10070 · +6433% births
1990	#11838	6	▼ down 3289
1975	#8549	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Curtina

Best Year2023Rank #1758

Peak Count442

Average Rank#5135

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1975 - 20235 years

The story of Curtina

Curtina is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1966. With 69 total births recorded, Curtina remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8549 in 1975 to #1758 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Curtina in 1973:

Jennifer Amy Michelle Kimberly Lisa

Curtina by decade

Curtina peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1970s ★	37
1980s	21
1990s	6

💎Curtina has only 69 total recorded births since 1966 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Curtina?

Common

CurCuIna

What names sound and feel like Curtina?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Curtina also consider these

Curtrina

American · English

curtisa

American · A feminine form

Kurtina

American · German

Cutina

English · A beloved name

Curtisha

American · a variant of

Culina

Celtic · A Celtic name

Quatina

American · Possible variation of

Cartina

Italy · Little card or

Common questions about the name Curtina

What does the name Curtina mean?

Curtina means "A feminine form of Curtis, which means 'courteous' or 'polite'." — a name rooted in American 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 Curtina?

Curtina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Curtina?

Curtina originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Curtina?

Curtina is a three-syllable name pronounced K ER1 T IY1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Curtina?

Curtina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.