Courtnay
Courtnay is a boy baby name. Ranked #26,028 in the US, popular nicknames include Cou, Coy, and Couie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Courtnay first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 10 babies have been named Courtnay in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Courtnay is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,028 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,028
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Also a Girl Name
Courtnay is also used as a girl name, ranked #16672.
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About the Name Courtnay
Courtnay is a boy name .
Is Courtnay a boy or girl name? Courtnay is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #26,028 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #16,672. Courtnay is more commonly used as a girl name.
Courtnay is currently ranked #26,028 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Courtnay include Cou, Coy, Couie, and Courie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Courtnay include Courtney, Courtland . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis