Kourtnee

“A modern variant of Courtney, meaning 'short nose' or 'from Courtenay'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10722US 2021

9Births / yr

↑Rising

681All-time births

📅 Since 198100

What does Kourtnee mean and where does it come from?

Kourtnee is a contemporary spelling of Courtney, which has medieval French origin linked to a place name in Normandy, and became popular as a given name in the 20th century. This spelling became especially popular in the 1980s and 1990s. While Kourtnee itself may not have notable historical figures,

Cultural significance

Kourtnee has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern variant of courtney, meaning 'short nose' or 'from courtenay'..

Peak popularity

Reached #3101 in 1993 — currently #10722 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kourtnee?

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

Kourtnee Grace

How popular is Kourtnee right now?

Rising fast — up 587 spots — currently #10722 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2021#10722 · Top 7.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#10722	9	▲ up 587 · +13% births
2020	#11309	8	▲ up 3683 · +33% births
2015	#14992	6	▼ down 10547 · -82% births
2010	#4445	33	▲ up 5993 · +230% births
2005	#10438	10	▼ down 5526 · -58% births
2000	#4912	24	▼ down 1262 · -20% births
1995	#3650	30	▲ up 863 · +36% births
1990	#4513	22	▲ up 2986 · +144% births
1985	#7499	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kourtnee

Best Year1995Rank #3650

Peak Count33

Average Rank#8053

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 20219 years

The story of Kourtnee

Kourtnee is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1981. With 681 total births recorded, Kourtnee remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7499 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10722 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Kourtnee in 1993:

Jessica Ashley Sarah Samantha Emily

Kourtnee by decade

Kourtnee peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	89
1990s ★	283
2000s	163
2010s	138
2020s	8

💎Kourtnee has only 681 total recorded births since 1981 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kourtnee?

Common

KouKoieKoyUrtnee

What names sound and feel like Kourtnee?

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

Courtnee

American · A modern variation

Kortnee

American · A variant of

Kourtnie

American · English

Kourtnei

American · from the court

Common questions about the name Kourtnee

What does the name Kourtnee mean?

Kourtnee means "A modern variant of Courtney, meaning 'short nose' or 'from Courtenay'." — 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 Kourtnee?

Kourtnee is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kourtnee have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Kourtnee?

Kourtnee 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.

Is Kourtnee trending right now?

Kourtnee is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Kourtnee a common or rare name?

Kourtnee is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.