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Kurtis

Female

« Kurtis is a Greek name meaning 'prudent', popularized by Bach in his cantata. »

#42545 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Kurtis is a name of Greek origin that means "prudent" or "cautious." It was popularized by the German composer Johann Sebastian Bach, who used it for one of his characters in his cantata "Christmas Oratorio." The name Kurtis has also been associated with several historical figures, such as Kurt von Schuschnigg, the former Chancellor of Austria, and Kurt Cobain, the American musician and frontman of Nirvana. Throughout history, people named Kurtis have been known for their intelligence, creativity, and determination.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Kurtis since 1880

Total births
25
Total since 1880
Peak year
1979
7 births
in 1986
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0% →
vs previous 5 years