Female and male names most popular over the last 10 years - page 1754.
Curley
Curly is an unusual American given name, popularized by Curly Howard of the Three Stooges, known for its rarity and symbolism of adaptability and uniqueness.
Curlie
Uncommon Irish female given name derived from the surname 'O'Cearbhaill', meaning 'descendant of Cearbhal', which translates to 'spear'. It carries no specific historical figure or symbolism beyond its Irish linguistic origins.
Curlie
Rare African given name of Irish origin, derived from the surname O'Curraoin which means "little currach," a type of small boat.
Curly
Uncommon English given name meaning 'curly-haired', derived from the Middle English word 'curl'.
Curly
Rare but notable English name derived from the adjective 'curly', referring to something wavy or curved. It originated as a nickname for individuals with curly hair, and was famously used by jazz musician Cab Calloway.
Curran
Irish given name of ancient Gaelic origin, derived from Ó Ciaráin, which likely referred to individuals with dark hair or complexion.
Currie
Rare Scottish surname of occupational origin, meaning "driver of a carriage," derived from Middle English "curer." It has been associated with Scotland since at least the 13th century and is believed to have originated as an occupation name for those who drove carriages or transported goods by cart. Today, it is celebrated as part of Scottish cultural heritage.
Currie
Distinct Scottish given name derived either from the town of Currie in Scotland or as a medieval nickname for someone with curly hair, meaning 'curl'.
Currin
Rare, Irish surname derived from Ó Curraín, meaning 'speckled' or 'piebald', originally given to those with mixed-colored hair.
Curron
Rare and distinctive given name with unknown origins and meaning, making it uniquely mysterious and intriguing.
Curry
Uncommon English given name that originated from the Old Norse word 'køri', meaning 'courteous'. Its usage as a first name gained prominence in recent years due to its association with athletes like Stephen and Dell Curry, though it has no specific historical figures tied to it when used as a given name.
Curstin
Rare German-origin given name derived from "hug" (heart or mind) and "sten" (stone), translating to "strong in spirit".
Curstyn
Rare Irish Gaelic name meaning 'strife' or 'argument', reflecting resilience in adversity.
Curtavious
American name of African origin derived from Kurtoka, meaning 'favorite', popularized during slavery and believed to bring good fortune.
Curteria
Spanish-derived name, formed by shortening names like Curtiella or Curtisia, meaning 'to cut short'.
Curtesha
Unique name of unclear origin, but its signification is beautiful and meaningful, often associated with elegance and respect through the English phrase "curtsy".
Curtez
Curtiz is a rare, Spanish-origin given name with an uncertain meaning and history, believed to be an old variant of the German name Kurtiz meaning "short". It was once more common in Spain but has since declined in usage both there and globally.
Curtia
Unique Latin-derived given name that means 'short' but signifies brevity or conciseness.
Curtice
Distinctive Scottish given name, a variant of Curtis, originally signifying 'cutter' or 'tailor', today predominantly female and rare.
Curties
Rare Greek-derived name meaning "short" or "concise," likely given to individuals of small stature or direct manner of speaking.
Curtina
Rare Latin-derived female given name meaning "short curtain," originating from the Italian word "cortinus.
Curtis
English name originally given as a surname to those of short stature, now popular as both first and last names. It means "short" or "curt.
Curtisa
Unique female given name of Irish origin, derived from the surname Curtayne, which means 'speckled' or 'pied'.
Curtisha
African-inspired name created by blending Curtis (Latin: 'short') and Jessica (Hebrew: 'God sees').
Curtissa
American given name created by author James Hurst for his 1953 novel "The Kindly Ones." Despite its unknown etymology and meaning, it has gained popularity as a unique choice in recent years.
Curtistine
Uncommon female given name of unknown origin, possibly a variant of Christine or derived from the German name Kurt, but its exact meaning remains uncertain.
Curtney
English variant of Courtney, with Irish and Old French roots, meaning 'short'.
Curtrina
Rare, Latin-derived female name meaning 'short', without significant historical associations.
Curtus
Rare Latin name meaning "short" or "diminutive", used historically in ancient Rome.
Cushena
Distinctive Native American name from the Choctaw tribe, meaning "pure" or "clear," inspired by their natural surroundings.
Custer
English name originally meaning 'keeper' or 'guardian', derived from the Middle English word 'custere'. While it gained popularity due to General George Armstrong Custer, its use predates him.
Custodio
Rare Latin-derived masculine given name, often associated with Spanish and Portuguese cultures. It means 'guardian' or 'keeper', reflecting historical figures like Saint Custody, a 3rd-century Christian martyr known for his protection of the poor.
Cutberto
Rare Latin-derived given name meaning 'bright' or 'shining', originally popular among Spanish nobility and associated with Saint Cuthbert.
Cuthbert
Rare Anglo-Saxon male given name derived from 'cūth' meaning famous and 'beorht' meaning bright, signifying 'famous and brilliant'. It was popularized during the Middle Ages due to Saint Cuthbert, a monk and bishop who played a significant role in spreading Christianity in Northumbria.
Cutina
Rare given name of unknown origin, with multiple speculative theories regarding its meaning but no widely accepted etymology.
Cuyler
Unique Scottish name derived from the Gaelic "Mac Ghille Easbuig," meaning "son of the servant of Esbert." It was brought to Scotland by Normans around the 11th century and has been used as both a surname and given name throughout history, notably by Sir Alexander Cuyler, a 17th-century Scottish judge.
Cyaira
Distinctive Latin-derived name, originally meaning "strong" or "powerful," with roots tracing back to ancient Roman families or Celtic tribes.
Cyane
Greek-derived name meaning 'dark blue' or 'violet', associated with sea nymphs in Greek mythology.
Cyanthia
Unique Greek name derived from "kyanos" meaning dark blue or indigo, signifying depth and mystery.
Cyarah
Cyara is a unique Hebrew name meaning "song" or "poem," celebrated in ancient Hebrew culture as a symbol of creativity and self-expression through music and poetry.