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The baby name Kurt is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced US: /kɝt/; UK: /kɜːt/ (rhymes with 'hurt').

Kurt is Germanic in Origin.

Gender: Male
Syllables: 1.0
Origin: Germanic
Pronunciation: US: /kɝt/; UK: /kɜːt/ (rhymes with 'hurt')

What is the meaning of the name Kurt ?

The baby name Kurt is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced US: /kɝt/; UK: /kɜːt/ (rhymes with 'hurt').

Kurt is Germanic in Origin.

Kurt is a German short form of Konrad (Old High German kuoni “brave, bold” + rât “counsel”), yielding the meaning “bold counsel” or “brave advisor.” It functions as an independent given name in German and Scandinavian contexts and appears in many languages through its root: Conrad/Conradus (Latin/English), Konrad (German, Polish, Nordic), Corrado (Italian), Conrado (Spanish/Portuguese), and Coenraad (Dutch). Variants include Curt (Scandinavia; in English also short for Curtis) and the longer forms Conrad/Konrad; feminine forms such as Konrada are rare.

As a standalone name, Kurt gained traction in the 19th and early 20th centuries, became widespread in Germany and the Nordics, and entered broader international use via migration and cultural figures. In the United States it peaked mid‑20th century and later declined, retaining a crisp, no‑nonsense image. Notable bearers span arts and science, from Kurt Weill and Kurt Gödel to Kurt Cobain.

Kurt has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Kurt

Kurt Russell Actor · Born 1951 · United States Kurt Russell is an American actor best known for his roles in films like 'Escape from New York', 'The Thing', and 'Big Trouble in Little China'. Born in 1951, he has been a prominent figure in Hollywood since the 1960s, often collaborating with director John Carpenter. Kurtwood Smith Actor · Born 1943 · United States Kurtwood Smith is an American actor best known for his role as Red Forman on the TV show 'That '70s Show'. He also appeared in films like 'RoboCop' and 'Dead Poets Society'. Born in 1943, Smith has had a long and successful career in both television and film. Kurt Nilsen Musician · Born 1978 · Norway Kurt Nilsen is a Norwegian musician best known for winning the first season of 'World Idol' in 2004. He gained popularity with his hit songs 'She's So High' and 'Beautiful Day'. Born in 1978, he has become a prominent figure in Norway's music scene.
Kurt Fuller Actor · Born 1953 · United States Kurt Fuller is an American actor best known for his roles in films like 'Wayne's World' and 'Ghostbusters II'. He often plays comedic or quirky characters, adding a unique charm to his performances. Born in 1953, he has had a long and successful career in both film and television. Kurt Sutter Actor · Born 1960 · United States Kurt Sutter is best known for creating the gritty television series 'Sons of Anarchy', where he also played the role of Otto Delaney. As an actor, writer, and producer, he has left a significant mark on the world of television with his intense storytelling and complex characters. Kurt Kreuger Actor · Born 1916 · United States Kurt Kreuger was a Swiss-born actor best known for his roles in Hollywood films during the 1940s. He appeared in movies like 'Sahara' and 'The Enemy Below', often playing German characters due to his accent and European looks.

Kurt – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Boys 2021 #1 — 762
Germany Boys 2025 #1 — 423
KH Boys 0 #9 1 270
MV 0 #19 1 644
BN 0 #32 1 2,297
MT 0 #34 10 1,767
MT Boys 0 #37 243 4,064
GE 0 #44 1 997
MO 0 #51 2 2,706
Austria Boys 0 #61 2,022 2,180
AL 0 #72 5 2,372
JP 0 #75 3 4,057
DK Boys 0 #79 675 7,401
SI 0 #80 1 1,612
CN 0 #82 5 3,857
PH 0 #85 12 5,607
JM 0 #89 5 3,714
AF Girls 0 #94 1 2,402
KZ 0 #94 1 1,452
TW 0 #97 7 4,523
SD 0 #102 1 2,130
GE Boys 0 #108 3 2,055
BN Girls 0 #114 1 5,459
EE Boys 0 #124 2 2,087
CY Girls 0 #125 1 3,755
Austria 0 #127 92 850
CY Boys 0 #130 2 3,473
AZ Boys 0 #131 1 1,400
BN Boys 0 #136 4 6,332
MU 0 #137 1 3,613
PA 0 #138 1 3,797
CR 0 #146 13 5,526
Norway Boys 2009 #147 5 479
BW Girls 0 #151 1 4,216
LT Boys 0 #151 1 2,166
BW Boys 0 #152 3 4,685
DK 0 #153 51 5,198
MT Girls 0 #153 1 3,773
HU Boys 0 #171 4 3,954
Sweden Boys 2022 #173 10 1,509
Germany Boys 0 #176 2,725 5,697
PR Boys 0 #177 2 2,508
AE 0 #182 6 10,220
UY 0 #182 1 2,477
CZ 0 #185 2 3,154
PH Boys 0 #186 227 11,440
JM Boys 0 #206 67 6,876
SI Boys 0 #209 3 3,402
MO Boys 0 #210 14 5,842
TW Boys 0 #210 32 7,111
LU Boys 0 #215 6 4,970
BG Boys 0 #216 5 3,850
NA Boys 0 #216 20 6,830
IR 0 #230 2 4,221
EC Boys 0 #245 2 3,322
GH 0 #248 1 5,396
PT 0 #250 1 4,161
GR Boys 0 #257 11 6,912
Finland Boys 2026 #258 1,117 3,552
HR Boys 0 #258 2 3,997
MO Girls 0 #259 5 7,056
NG 0 #271 2 5,926
AF Boys 0 #273 2 3,535
AL Boys 0 #276 23 5,122
SG 0 #276 7 11,010
JM Girls 0 #278 1 7,507
CZ Boys 0 #279 26 6,530
IL 0 #282 1 6,291
ZA 0 #284 164 14,421
CN Boys 0 #285 35 9,639
TW Girls 0 #288 2 8,139
KZ Boys 0 #295 2 6,578
Canada Boys 2024 #297 10 2,588
Finland 0 #298 10 830
JP Boys 0 #299 5 7,909
SA 0 #309 4 10,560
MY 0 #313 18 12,352
MU Boys 0 #317 41 8,477
Germany 0 #321 121 2,542
HK 0 #322 27 8,483
PE 0 #324 6 6,350
PL Boys 0 #325 11 6,459
DK Girls 0 #326 4 7,429
Finland Boys 0 #336 92 2,041
GH Girls 0 #337 1 6,973
QA Girls 0 #342 2 15,378
GH Boys 0 #354 8 8,138
PT Boys 0 #355 13 7,951
BR 0 #358 3 5,969
PL Girls 0 #364 1 5,096
France Boys 2021 #375 13 2,865
PH Girls 0 #376 15 13,098
CL 0 #381 31 6,867
JO Boys 0 #389 1 7,057
HK Boys 0 #391 140 12,905
YE 0 #398 1 8,639
BO 0 #406 3 6,868
UY Boys 0 #406 8 5,922
EG 0 #410 3 6,387
Austria Girls 0 #411 10 1,885
OM Girls 0 #422 3 15,987
MX 0 #439 7 8,339
CR Boys 0 #441 47 10,188
CL Boys 0 #451 234 13,390
AR Boys 0 #453 15 7,628
ZA Boys 0 #458 1,191 25,619
SD Boys 0 #463 4 10,523
GT Boys 0 #465 10 7,625
RU Boys 0 #466 40 12,621
PA Boys 0 #469 13 9,305
CO 0 #504 7 7,768
KW Girls 0 #505 11 19,177
IQ Girls 0 #522 4 11,303
IR Boys 0 #524 29 10,162
PS Boys 0 #533 16 10,655
UY Girls 0 #536 1 6,731
GT Girls 0 #541 1 7,500
BH 0 #543 11 17,937
BO Boys 0 #558 35 9,244
LY 0 #559 1 12,703
CM Girls 0 #560 1 11,671
CM Boys 0 #567 9 12,054
AE Girls 0 #591 7 20,968
BD Boys 0 #602 4 10,045
SG Boys 0 #613 85 17,960
IL Boys 0 #619 7 10,983
IQ Boys 0 #624 44 13,071
SG Girls 0 #628 5 18,916
AR Girls 0 #630 1 8,289
HK Girls 0 #644 7 16,104
IL Girls 0 #645 1 11,648
QA Boys 0 #662 46 18,093
IT 0 #665 50 4,183
LB 0 #690 1 13,263
TR 0 #712 739 19,440
BR Boys 0 #725 27 12,213
KW Boys 0 #738 32 18,755
NL Boys 0 #753 200 5,873
SY 0 #763 5 11,684
PE Boys 0 #770 109 14,506
Germany Girls 0 #816 23 4,949
NG Girls 0 #820 7 15,093
United States Boys 2024 #822 71 7,044
Spain Boys 0 #860 71 5,610
TN 0 #860 6 13,765
OM Boys 0 #865 17 17,948
EG Boys 0 #870 17 15,035
CO Boys 0 #874 47 15,656
MX Boys 0 #893 90 16,355
CL Girls 0 #909 7 14,098
NG Boys 0 #917 35 16,906
SA Girls 0 #919 17 25,931
MY Boys 0 #936 176 25,439
IT Boys 0 #963 530 10,046
MY Girls 0 #985 10 24,821
BR Girls 0 #991 2 12,708
PE Girls 0 #1,010 1 14,861
AE Boys 0 #1,024 69 22,615
IN Boys 0 #1,036 4 16,750
MA 0 #1,093 36 20,986
DZ 0 #1,145 32 20,130
CO Girls 0 #1,152 1 16,140
ZA Girls 0 #1,229 8 25,928
MX Girls 0 #1,265 3 17,781
SA Boys 0 #1,401 214 28,008

Kurt is popular in 86 countries — most recent births per country:

France
Norway
Canada
United States
Scotland, United Kingdom

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People also ask about Kurt

Kurt is predominantly a boy's name.
Kurt is a one syllable name, pronounced US: /kɝt/; UK: /kɜːt/ (rhymes with 'hurt').
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Curt.
Yes, very popular — Kurt ranked #1 in Ireland in 2021, and appears in official birth registries across 10 countries.
Kurt ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2021).
Kurt's popularity is rising significantly. It moved from #397 in 2011 to #375 in 2021 in France.
Yes — 6 notable people named Kurt are in our database, including Kurt Russell (Actor), Kurtwood Smith (Actor), Kurt Nilsen (Musician).