Coutney is a unique and distinctive given name of American origin. It is believed to have been created as a combination of two popular names, Courtney and Katie. The name Courtney has its roots in Old French and means "from the court". It was initially used as a surname before becoming a popular given name for girls in the 20th century. Katie, on the other hand, is a diminutive form of the name Katherine, which also has Old French origins meaning "pure" or "clear". The name Coutney gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century and early 21st century, with peaks in usage in the years 1985 and 2003. Today, it continues to be a popular choice among parents looking for a unique and memorable name for their daughters.
Statistics on the first name Courtney in the United States show a varied trend over time. The name was given to babies for five years in a row from 1979 to 1986, with five births each year except for an increase to twelve births in 1987. This number continued to rise in the following two years, reaching fourteen births in 1988 and thirteen in 1990.
After this peak, there was a significant drop in the usage of the name Courtney, with only five births recorded in the year 2000. Overall, from 1979 to 2000, there were seventy-seven babies named Courtney born in the United States. This data provides insight into the popularity and trends of this particular first name over time.