Courtnay
Courtnay is a girl baby name. Ranked #16,672 in the US, popular nicknames include Cou, Coy, and Couie.
A distinctive girl 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 1965.
Over 467 babies have been named Courtnay in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Courtnay is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,672 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,672
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Courtnay is also used as a boy name, ranked #26028.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Courtnay
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About the Name Courtnay
Courtnay is a girl name .
Is Courtnay a boy or girl name? Courtnay is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #16,672 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #26,028. Courtnay is more commonly used as a girl name.
Courtnay is currently ranked #16,672 in popularity for girl 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 . 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