Short nose or from the court
Derived from the Old French 'curt nez' meaning short nose, or alternatively associated with the Latin 'curtis' referring to a court or enclosed yard. It originally emerged as a French place name and later became a prominent aristocratic surname in England.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Courteney in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress best known for her role as Monica Geller on Friends
American actress known for Melrose Place and Ally McBeal
