Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 04, 2024

Kortney

US Popularity Rank: 27141

Origin: Irish

Meaning: Short nose

Kortney is a feminine name derived from Courtney, a surname with Irish, French, and English origins and a beloved given name. Its most popular meaning is “short nose,” from the Latin Curtenus, traveling to France and later England via the Norman Conquest of 1066. Its Irish roots point towards the surname Ó Curnáin, from Curnán, meaning “horn.” With its quirky meanings and resilient air, Kortney is a fearless name brimming with confidence.

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