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Comments and insights on the name Courtenay: | Edit

The original spelling of the name 'Courtney', and the name of a small town in France. If literally translated in French it would mean 'short nose'.

Personal experiences with the name Courtenay: | Edit

I love my name, it is very rare (in the UK) that I meet another Courtenay (or even Courtney), and the fact that it is spelt the original way makes it much more special and unusual.

Nicknames for Courtenay: | Edit

Court, Courtie, Courts, Nay, Nay-Nay, Corky

Meanings and history of the name Courtenay: | Edit

From the French town of Courtenay. Also used as an English surname and can be used as both a male and female given name.

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I am so glad my dad and mom named me Courtenay. I really love my name alot! I have never ever met someone with my name. And that is what makes my name feel alot more special and unique. Knowing that no one else has it! I think that Courtenay is a really nice name for people. And it goes nicely with the middle name Anne. That's my middle name actually. :P

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