Courtnay
Girl nameCourtnay has been given to 477 babies in the U.S. since 1965. It peaked in 1985.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
477
Peak year
1985 (24 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1965
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
98% girls / 2% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Courtnay — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Courtnay.
Sibling name ideas for Courtnay
Same era and popularity as Courtnay, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Courtnay?
Courtnay has been given to 477 babies in the U.S. since 1965. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Courtnay peak?
Courtnay peaked in 1985, when 24 babies were given the name.
Is Courtnay a girl or boy name?
Courtnay is primarily a girl name (98% of babies named Courtnay are girls).
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