Curtis Lott

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Curtis Lott — polite, courteous, or well-bred
270K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Curtis Lott is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Curtis is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Curtis or Curtiss is a common English given name and surname of Anglo-Norman origin, deriving from the Old French curteis (Modern French courtois) which was in turn derived from Latin cohors. Nicknames include Curt, Curty and Curtie. The name means "polite, courteous, or well-bred". It is a compound of curt- "court" and -eis "-ish". The spelling u to render [u] in Old French was mainly Anglo-Norman and Norman, when the spelling o [u] was the usual Parisian French one, Modern French ou [u]. The surname Lott: Surname Barbara Lott (1920–2002), British actress Bret Lott (born 1958), American author Bushrod W. Lott (1826–1886), American politician Cara Lott (born 1961), pornographic actress Dawn Lott, African-American mathematician Elisha Everett Lott (1820–1864), Texas legislator Felicity Lott (1947–2026), English soprano George Lott (1906–1991), American tennis player and coach Hank Lott, (born 1974), former Mississippi state Representative Henrique Teixeira Lott (1894–1984), Brazilian politician and military officer Hiram R. Curtis is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 270K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Curtis reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Curtis

Meaning: polite, courteous, or well-bred

Latin

Curtis or Curtiss is a common English given name and surname of Anglo-Norman origin, deriving from the Old French curteis (Modern French courtois) which was in turn derived from Latin cohors. Nicknames include Curt, Curty and Curtie. The name means "polite, courteous, or well-bred". It is a compound of curt- "court" and -eis "-ish". The spelling u to render [u] in Old French was mainly Anglo-Norman and Norman, when the spelling o [u] was the usual Parisian French one, Modern French ou [u].

Surname: Lott

English

Surname Barbara Lott (1920–2002), British actress Bret Lott (born 1958), American author Bushrod W. Lott (1826–1886), American politician Cara Lott (born 1961), pornographic actress Dawn Lott, African-American mathematician Elisha Everett Lott (1820–1864), Texas legislator Felicity Lott (1947–2026), English soprano George Lott (1906–1991), American tennis player and coach Hank Lott, (born 1974), former Mississippi state Representative Henrique Teixeira Lott (1894–1984), Brazilian politician and military officer Hiram R.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Curtis is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Curtis by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Curtis Lott

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Curtis Lott:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Curtis?
The first name Curtis originates from Latin. Curtis or Curtiss is a common English given name and surname of Anglo-Norman origin, deriving from the Old French curteis (Modern French courtois) which was in turn derived from Latin cohors. Nicknames include Curt, Curty and Curtie. The name means "polite, courteous, or well-bred". It is a compound of curt- "court" and -eis "-ish". The spelling u to render [u] in Old French was mainly Anglo-Norman and Norman, when the spelling o [u] was the usual Parisian French one, Modern French ou [u].
When was Curtis most popular?
The name Curtis reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lott?
The surname Lott originates from English. Surname Barbara Lott (1920–2002), British actress Bret Lott (born 1958), American author Bushrod W. Lott (1826–1886), American politician Cara Lott (born 1961), pornographic actress Dawn Lott, African-American mathematician Elisha Everett Lott (1820–1864), Texas legislator Felicity Lott (1947–2026), English soprano George Lott (1906–1991), American tennis player and coach Hank Lott, (born 1974), former Mississippi state Representative Henrique Teixeira Lott (1894–1984), Brazilian politician and military officer Hiram R.
What are the origins of the name Curtis Lott?
The name Curtis Lott combines two different traditions: the first name Curtis has Latin roots, while the surname Lott originates from English.
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