Curtis Quezada

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Curtis Quezada — polite, courteous, or well-bred
270K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Curtis Quezada 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 Quezada: Alejandro Quezada (born 1975), Dominican baseball player Ana Quezada, American politician Benigno Quezada Naranjo (born 1962), Mexican politician Benjamín Medrano Quezada (born 1966), Mexican politician Federico Ortiz Quezada (born 1935), Mexican physician Humberto Andrade Quezada (born 1955), Mexican politician Josefina Quezada (circa 1925–2012), Mexican artist Juan Quezada Celado (1940–2022), Mexican potter Manny Quezada (born 1985), Brazilian basketball player Manuel Quezada (born 1977), American boxer Martín Quezada (born 1978), American politician Milly Quezada (born 1955), Dominican sing. 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: Quezada

Spanish

Alejandro Quezada (born 1975), Dominican baseball player Ana Quezada, American politician Benigno Quezada Naranjo (born 1962), Mexican politician Benjamín Medrano Quezada (born 1966), Mexican politician Federico Ortiz Quezada (born 1935), Mexican physician Humberto Andrade Quezada (born 1955), Mexican politician Josefina Quezada (circa 1925–2012), Mexican artist Juan Quezada Celado (1940–2022), Mexican potter Manny Quezada (born 1985), Brazilian basketball player Manuel Quezada (born 1977), American boxer Martín Quezada (born 1978), American politician Milly Quezada (born 1955), Dominican sing.

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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 Quezada

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 Quezada:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

22
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant 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 Quezada?
The surname Quezada originates from Spanish. Alejandro Quezada (born 1975), Dominican baseball player Ana Quezada, American politician Benigno Quezada Naranjo (born 1962), Mexican politician Benjamín Medrano Quezada (born 1966), Mexican politician Federico Ortiz Quezada (born 1935), Mexican physician Humberto Andrade Quezada (born 1955), Mexican politician Josefina Quezada (circa 1925–2012), Mexican artist Juan Quezada Celado (1940–2022), Mexican potter Manny Quezada (born 1985), Brazilian basketball player Manuel Quezada (born 1977), American boxer Martín Quezada (born 1978), American politician Milly Quezada (born 1955), Dominican sing.
What are the origins of the name Curtis Quezada?
The name Curtis Quezada combines two different traditions: the first name Curtis has Latin roots, while the surname Quezada originates from Spanish.
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