Courtny

Courtney is a name of Irish origin, meaning "from Corthaw's townland". The name is derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Córtáin, which was originally taken from an estate in County Kerry called Corthaw or Curtane. The name has been anglicized over time to various spellings, including Courtney, Courtenay, and Courtaney. The name Courtney first appeared as a given name for females in the 19th century, although it had previously been used as a surname for both men and women. It became more popular in the United States in the mid-20th century, peaking in popularity during the 1970s and 1980s. Today, Courtney is still a popular name for girls, ranking among the top 500 names in the US. Notable individuals with the name Courtney include American actresses Courteney Cox and Courtney Thorne-Smith, as well as Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett.