Courtney
3 synonyms for Courtney, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A given name and surname of French origin, derived from a place name meaning "domain of Curtius."
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Cortney
Courtenay
Etymology
Variant of Courtenay, an aristocratic Norman surname derived from place names in Normandy, from Latin Curtenus, a personal name from curtus (“short”).
Full origin of Courtney →Frequently asked questions
What does “Courtney” mean?
The word “Courtney” means a given name and surname of French origin, derived from a place name meaning "domain of Curtius.".
How do you pronounce “Courtney”?
“Courtney” is pronounced KAWT-nee (/ˈkɔː(ɹ)tni/ in IPA).
How do you use “Courtney” in a sentence?
Here is “Courtney” used in a sentence: “Courtney graduated at the top of her class.”
What part of speech is “Courtney”?
“Courtney” is a name.
Is “Courtney” a common word?
“Courtney” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Is "Courtney" typically a first name or a surname?
"Courtney" functions as both a given name and a surname, though it is more widely recognized today as a first name, particularly for women. Its origin as a surname of French origin, derived from a place name, predates its common use as a given name.
Is "Courtney" a unisex name?
"Courtney" can be used for people of any gender, though it has become especially popular as a name for women in more recent, everyday usage.
