Curt

Boy's name

Curt is a Germanic name derived from the Old High German word "kurt," meaning "short" or "brave."

Meaning Brave counsel
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 8
Peak year 1960

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Curt Schilling - Baseball pitcher, World Series champion.
  • Curt Hennig - Professional wrestler, WWE Hall of Famer.
  • Curt Hawkins - Professional wrestler, WWE Tag Team Champion.
  • Curt Menefee - Sportscaster, host of Fox NFL Sunday.
  • Curt Flood - Baseball player, challenged MLB's reserve clause.
  • Curt Gowdy - Sportscaster, known for covering various sports.
  • Curt Warner - NFL running back, Super Bowl champion.
  • Curt Smith - Musician, lead singer of Tears for Fears.
  • Curt Swan - Comic book artist, known for Superman illustrations.
  • Curt Connors - Fictional character, Spider-Man's enemy "The Lizard."

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