Declining since 1990, #2,326 for girls today.
Popularity of Courtney since 1881
Babies named Courtney per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 37 | 30 |
| 1890s | 46 | 53 |
| 1900s | 44 | 64 |
| 1910s | 120 | 297 |
| 1920s | 147 | 468 |
| 1930s | 102 | 398 |
| 1940s | 302 | 627 |
| 1950s | 449 | 775 |
| 1960s | 3,239 | 1,604 |
| 1970s | 23,991 | 4,554 |
| 1980s | 84,309 | 7,745 |
| 1990s | 113,290 | 3,522 |
| 2000s | 26,979 | 1,530 |
| 2010s | 4,661 | 1,079 |
| 2020s | 683 | 287 |
Meaning & origin
Courtney first appeared in U.S. records in 1881, but its real ascent began in the mid-20th century. By 1990, it reached its peak rank, becoming a top-50 staple for girls. Since then, its popularity has steadily declined; in 2025, it ranked 2,326th with a 1-in-20,606 frequency. The name was most common in Virginia, Ohio, and Texas during its peak decades. Despite the downturn, Courtney remains a recognizable choice with a clean, preppy feel that resonates with parents seeking a late-20th-century classic.
Courtney is derived from the Old French surname de Courtenay, originating from a place name in the Gâtinais region of France. The name was introduced to England after the Norman Conquest and became established as both a surname and a given name. Historically used for boys, it shifted to primarily a feminine name in the United States during the 20th century, influenced by the similar -ey ending trend and cultural associations.
Where Courtney is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Courtney” around the world
Where Courtney lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Court, Coco, CJ
Sibling names for Courtney
Names that share Courtney's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Ashley, Brittany, Chelsea, Lauren, Morgan, Brittney, Kelsey, Kendra, Lauryn, Leslie, Shanna, Tiffany, Whitney, Ashleigh, Ashlie, Britany, Britteny, Brittnie, Chelsie, Christen, Kelsea, Kelsi, Kimberli, Kyrsten, Lesley, Melaney, Melonie, Tiffanie, Tiffini, Tracie, Trista, Amberlee, Ashlea, Ashlei, Brianne, Brittaney, Brittnay, Brittnee, Chanell, Channel, Jessyca, Keirsten, Kellyn, Kimberlyn, Krystin, Laurin, Lyndsie, Shannen, Tiffaney, Whitley, Whittney, Ashliegh, Bethaney, Britanie, Britanny, Britnie, Brittanee, Brittanny, Brittini, Channell, Chelsa, Chelsia, Chrislynn, Cortnee, Desaray, Dezaray, Jessalynn, Jessilyn, Kateland, Kaylynne, Kimberlea, Kimberleigh, Kimberlin, Kimbery, Krystan, Kymberli, Lindsi, Lindsie, Lyndsy, Lynnsey, Lynzee, Marily, Shannell, Shelbee, Tiffiany, Tiffiney, Tiffney, Tiphanie, Whitnee, Whitnie, Amberlie, Ashleyann, Brittane, Chelcee, Cristyn, Crystin, Destaney, Jacklynn, Jyllian, Kandyce, Keslie, Kimberely, Kristell, Krystalynn, Kyrstyn, Lindzey, Lyndsee, Symantha, Taffany, Tiffiny, Tiphani, Tiphany, Torryn, Whitni, Amand, Bridney, Chelesa, Brandolyn, Brentney, Brettney, Britaney, Brithney, Britnay, Brittanni, Brittony, Brytni, Chalsea, Chelci, Christiann, Crysten, Hilliary, Jacklyne, Jaclynne, Jenniferlynn, Jessice, Kellis, Kimblery, Leslea, Linsie, Lynsee, Reanne, Shannia, Shellsea, Tamberly, Tennile, Tierany, Tifanny, Tiffanni, Tiffanny, Tiffay, Tiffine, Whittany
Brothers: Cameron, Colin, Dylan, Justin, Tyler, Bradley, Brandan, Garett, Lamar, Derrik, Jarad, Jerrad, Kenrick, Terrel, Brenten, Gerrick, Jamien, Cordney, Derryck, Branndon, Stepfon
Names like Courtney
Names whose popularity has moved with Courtney's over the last 50 years.
