Curtis Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Curtis Name at a Glance

Name	Curtis
Meaning	From a surname derived from the Old French 'curteis' meaning courteous..
Origin	French
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Curtis Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Curtis means “From a surname derived from the Old French 'curteis' meaning courteous”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Curtis Name Origin

Our database records Curtis under French origin. Browse more French baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Curtis a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Curtis is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Curtis

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