Kurtis as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Kurtis

What is the meaning of the name Kurtis ?

The baby name Kurtis is a unisex name 2 syllables long and is pronounced KUR-tis.

Kurtis is English in Origin.

Kurtis is a name of English origin that means "courteous" or "polite". It is a variant of the name Curtis, which was originally a surname derived from the Old French word "curteis" meaning "courteous" or "polite". The name became popular as a first name in the United States in the mid-20th century, and has since spread to other English-speaking countries.

Kurtis is a unisex name, but it is more commonly given to boys. The name is pronounced KUR-tis, with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name is often spelled with a "K" instead of a "C", which gives it a more modern and unique feel. The name has been used by several notable people, including American football player Kurtis Drummond and Canadian musician Kurtis Blow.

The name Kurtis is composed of two syllables, "kur" and "tis". The first syllable "kur" is derived from the Old French word "curteis", meaning "courteous" or "polite". The second syllable "tis" is likely a diminutive suffix, which means "little" or "young". Together, the name Kurtis means "little courteous one" or "young polite one".