How Many People Are Named Kurtis?
Complete statistics for the name Kurtis: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Kurtis means 'powerful' and has a very rare presence in the US, with only 1 in 19,951 Americans sharing this name. That's around 16,540 people today, making it quite exclusive. Interestingly, the name peaked in popularity back in 1989.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 8 symbolizes leadership, authority, and material success.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 42All 18,114 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1989Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Kurtis Through the Generations
Over the decades, Kurtis has seen its fair share of ups and downs. Born in the late 1980s and early 1990s, many of those named Kurtis are now in their forties, with an average age of 42. The name's current trend shows a decline, but it still holds a unique charm, sitting comfortably between classic and modern styles. With 20% under 30, 64% aged 30-60, and 16% over 60, Kurtis is well-represented across different age groups, giving it a timeless quality.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Kurtis's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Kurtis
How Many People Have the Name Kurtis?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 367 people in the United States currently share the name Kurtis. That works out to roughly 1 in every 903,132 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Kurtis a Common or Rare Name?
Kurtis is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Kurtis Mean?
Kurtis means "powerful" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Kurtis in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Kurtis Most Popular?
The name Kurtis reached peak popularity in 1989, with 624 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Kurtis?
Approximately 367 people named Kurtis live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 367. That works out to roughly 1 in 903,132 Americans.
Is Kurtis a rare name?
Kurtis is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 903,132 Americans has this name.
What does the name Kurtis mean?
Kurtis means "powerful" and comes from Greek origins.
Is Kurtis more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Kurtis are male and 0% are female.
When was Kurtis most popular?
Kurtis peaked in 1989 with 624 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.