Curtis
English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Curtis
Curtis derives from the Old French name Courtois, meaning "courteous" or "polite," ultimately rooted in the Latin word "cors" (court).
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Etymology
Curtis derives from the Old French name Courtois, meaning "courteous" or "polite," ultimately rooted in the Latin word "cors" (court). The name became established in English-speaking cultures during the Middle Ages and has been used across Christian traditions, with particular prevalence in English and American societies since the 19th century.
Curtis currently ranks #985 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1962.
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