Courtenay

Pronunciation: [ k-ERT-uhn-ay ]

Courtenay is a boy baby name. Ranked #13,737 in the US, popular nicknames include Cou, Coy, and Couie.

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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Courtenay is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-ERT-uhn-ay.

Parents who love the name Courtenay often also consider Min, Carim, Aadrian .

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Historical Record

Courtenay first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.

Over 225 babies have been named Courtenay in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Courtenay is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,737 for boy names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#13,737
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#13,737
Total SSA Count
7

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Nicknames

Cou Coy Couie Courie

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Courtenay is also used as a girl name, ranked #67271.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Courtenay

Is Courtenay a boy or girl name?
Courtenay is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #13737. As a girl name, it is ranked #67271. Courtenay is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Courtenay?
Courtenay is pronounced k-ERT-uhn-ay.
How popular is the name Courtenay?
Courtenay is currently ranked #13737 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Courtenay?
Common nicknames for Courtenay include Cou, Coy, Couie, and Courie.
Is Courtenay a common or rare name?
Courtenay is an uncommon name, ranked #13737 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Courtenay?
Courtenay pairs well with Min, Carim, Aadrian, Dejan in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Courtenay?
Related spellings include Courtney, Courtland.

About the Name Courtenay

Courtenay is a boy name .

Is Courtenay a boy or girl name? Courtenay is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #13,737 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #67,271. Courtenay is more commonly used as a boy name.

Courtenay is currently ranked #13,737 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Courtenay include Cou, Coy, Couie, and Courie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Courtenay include Courtney, Courtland . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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