Declining since 2005, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Kort since 1947
Babies named Kort per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 14 |
| 1960s | 28 |
| 1970s | 22 |
| 1980s | 47 |
| 1990s | 94 |
| 2000s | 152 |
| 2010s | 134 |
| 2020s | 39 |
Meaning & origin
Kort is a rare masculine name that first appeared on U.S. records in 1947. It reached its highest popularity in 2004, but has since declined. In 2025, only about 1 in 213,510 boys received this name, placing it at rank 8,910. The name has a modern, surname-like feel and is occasionally used as a variant of Kurt or Curtis. While it has not been recorded in any top states recently, its straightforward spelling and pronunciation give it a distinct but simple appeal. Overall, Kort remains an uncommon choice, with a trajectory that has been falling since 2005.
Kort is a rare given name that likely originated as a variant or short form of the English surname Curtis, which itself derives from the Old French 'curteis' meaning 'courteous'. Alternatively, it may have been coined as a modern invention. The name has seen occasional use in the United States since the mid-20th century, with its peak popularity in 2004, though it remains uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Kort
Names that share Kort's style, for a brother or sister.
