Lacourtney
An invented name composed of the French word "la" meaning "the" and the English feminine name "Courtney".
Name Census estimates that about 46 living Americans carry the first name Lacourtney. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lacourtney today is around 37 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lacourtney births was 1990 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lacourtney. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Lacourtney. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
46
~ 1 in 7,451,181 Americans
Peak year
1990
11 babies that year
Average age
37
years old
1992 SSA rank
#12,594
Tracked since 1985
Popularity
Lacourtney: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lacourtney from the 1980s through to the 1990s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 25 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lacourtney by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Lacourtney during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Lacourtney
The name Lacourtney is a unique combination of two distinct names – Lacey and Courtney. Its origins can be traced back to the Middle Ages, with roots in both French and English cultures.
Lacey is derived from the Old French word "lassie," meaning a young woman or a girl. It was initially used as a nickname or a diminutive form of the name Lancelot, which was popular during the Arthurian legend era. The earliest recorded use of Lacey as a given name dates back to the late 13th century.
Courtney, on the other hand, has its origins in the Norman French word "courteis," which means courteous or well-mannered. It was initially used as a surname, particularly in England, where it first appeared in the Domesday Book of 1086. Over time, Courtney transitioned from being a surname to a popular given name.
The combination of these two names, Lacourtney, is relatively modern and does not have any direct historical references or appearances in ancient texts or religious scriptures. However, there have been a few notable individuals who have borne this unique name throughout history.
One of the earliest recorded examples is Lacourtney Wilkins (1891-1968), an American poet, and novelist who was part of the Harlem Renaissance literary movement. Her works often explored themes of racial identity and social justice.
Another notable figure was Lacourtney Bradshaw (1923-2001), a British actress and singer who appeared in several West End productions and television shows during the mid-20th century.
In the field of sports, Lacourtney Davis (born 1984) is a former American professional basketball player who played in the WNBA for several teams, including the Minnesota Lynx and the Atlanta Dream.
Lacourtney Hines (born 1988) is an American track and field athlete who specializes in the long jump and has represented the United States in various international competitions, including the Olympic Games.
Lastly, Lacourtney Robinson (born 1992) is a British fashion model and social media influencer, known for her work with various high-end brands and her advocacy for body positivity and inclusivity in the fashion industry.
While the name Lacourtney is relatively uncommon, these individuals have left their mark in various fields, contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural and historical significance associated with this unique name.
People
Lacourtney + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lacourtney as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lacourtney: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lacourtney?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 46 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lacourtney going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 7,451,181 US residents.
Is Lacourtney a common name?
We classify Lacourtney as "Very Rare". It ranks above 53.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 48 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lacourtney most popular?
The single biggest year for Lacourtney was 1990, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lacourtney is about 37 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Lacourtney in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Lacourtney a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lacourtney in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Lacourtney still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Lacourtney in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Lacourtney can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Lacourtney?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.