Curtis

Curtis is an English surname derived from the Old French 'curteis,' meaning 'courteous' or 'well-mannered.' It originated as a nickname for someone with refined manners or perhaps someone who worked at a royal court. As a given name, it gained traction in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in the United States, associated with a sense of dependable character and quiet integrity.

The sound of 'Curtis' is smooth and dependable, like a well-worn path or a comforting certainty. When you imagine your son, this name evokes an image of him with a quiet integrity and a friendly presence. Writing 'Curtis' on his birth announcement feels like establishing a core of honesty and good nature.