Courtney
girl name#2326 in 2025Courtney entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #17 in 1990, ranks #2326 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#2326
rank today
#17
peak (1990)
78
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #918 |
| 1890s | #1332 |
| 1900s | #1400 |
| 1910s | #2142 |
| 1920s | #2456 |
| 1930s | #2404 |
| 1940s | #1605 |
| 1950s | #1544 |
| 1960s | #699 |
| 1970s | #180 |
| 1980s | #38 |
| 1990s | #25 |
| 2000s | #160 |
| 2010s | #741 |
| 2020s | #1831 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Courtney has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 252,000 people named Courtney are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Courtney alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Courtney in 2025?
- Courtney ranks #2326 among US girl names in 2025, with 78 babies given the name.
- When was the name Courtney most popular?
- Courtney peaked in 1990, reaching #17 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Courtney with classmates?
- Courtney will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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