Curtis Schutt

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Curtis Schutt — polite, courteous, or well-bred
270K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Curtis Schutt 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 Schutt: Schutt is a surname. Alternative spellings are Schütt and Schuett. People with these names include: Arthur Schutt (1902–1965), American jazz pianist and arranger Christine Schutt (born 1948), American novelist and short story writer Debra Schutt (born 1955), American set decorator Ellen Isham Schutt (1873–1955), American botanical illustrator George Schutt (1833–?), Union Navy sailor in the American Civil War Helen Macpherson Schutt (1874–1951), Australian philanthropist John Schutt (born 1948), American mountaineer, geologist, and explorer Schutt Glacier, Antarctic glacier named after him Kat. 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: Schutt

English

Schutt is a surname. Alternative spellings are Schütt and Schuett. People with these names include: Arthur Schutt (1902–1965), American jazz pianist and arranger Christine Schutt (born 1948), American novelist and short story writer Debra Schutt (born 1955), American set decorator Ellen Isham Schutt (1873–1955), American botanical illustrator George Schutt (1833–?), Union Navy sailor in the American Civil War Helen Macpherson Schutt (1874–1951), Australian philanthropist John Schutt (born 1948), American mountaineer, geologist, and explorer Schutt Glacier, Antarctic glacier named after him Kat.

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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 Schutt

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 Schutt:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

4
Personality Number

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

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 Schutt?
The surname Schutt originates from English. Schutt is a surname. Alternative spellings are Schütt and Schuett. People with these names include: Arthur Schutt (1902–1965), American jazz pianist and arranger Christine Schutt (born 1948), American novelist and short story writer Debra Schutt (born 1955), American set decorator Ellen Isham Schutt (1873–1955), American botanical illustrator George Schutt (1833–?), Union Navy sailor in the American Civil War Helen Macpherson Schutt (1874–1951), Australian philanthropist John Schutt (born 1948), American mountaineer, geologist, and explorer Schutt Glacier, Antarctic glacier named after him Kat.
What are the origins of the name Curtis Schutt?
The name Curtis Schutt combines two different traditions: the first name Curtis has Latin roots, while the surname Schutt originates from English.
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