Curtis Stough

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Curtis Stough — polite, courteous, or well-bred
270K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Curtis Stough 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 Stough: Bessie Callender (née Stough; 1889–1951), American sculptor Carl Stough (1926–2000), American choral conductor Con Stough, Australian neuroscientist Eric Stough (born 1972), American animation director/producer Bill Stough (1928–2004), American clergyman, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama John Stough Bobbs (1809–1870), American surgeon and educator 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: Stough

English

Bessie Callender (née Stough; 1889–1951), American sculptor Carl Stough (1926–2000), American choral conductor Con Stough, Australian neuroscientist Eric Stough (born 1972), American animation director/producer Bill Stough (1928–2004), American clergyman, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama John Stough Bobbs (1809–1870), American surgeon and educator

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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 Stough

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 Stough:

9
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

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

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 Stough?
The surname Stough originates from English. Bessie Callender (née Stough; 1889–1951), American sculptor Carl Stough (1926–2000), American choral conductor Con Stough, Australian neuroscientist Eric Stough (born 1972), American animation director/producer Bill Stough (1928–2004), American clergyman, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama John Stough Bobbs (1809–1870), American surgeon and educator
What are the origins of the name Curtis Stough?
The name Curtis Stough combines two different traditions: the first name Curtis has Latin roots, while the surname Stough originates from English.
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