NAME PROFILE
Kurt
Kurt is a Germanic name meaning 'bold' or 'counsel'. It connotes a sense of strength and determination, often associated with individuals who are confident and assertive. The name carries a timeless quality, appealing to those who appreciate both tradition and a strong personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 86,054 |
| Gender | Male (95% / 5%) |
| Peak year | 1964 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1913 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 23%IL — 20%CA — 20%PA — 19%NJ — 18%
Notable People
Kurt Cobain (Musician, Nirvana) · Kurt Russell (Actor, *The Thing*) · Kurt Vonnegut (Author, *Slaughterhouse-Five*) · Kurt Angle (Professional wrestler, Olympic gold medalist) · Kurt Busiek (Comic book writer, known for *Astro City*)
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