Kurt
BoyGerman
Kurt is a boy name of German origin meaning "Brave, strong, or counsel power".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
German
Religion
Christian
Popularity
13 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
4 letters
Meaning
Brave, strong, or counsel power
Etymology
Short form of Konrad, from Old High German kuon (brave, strong) and rat (counsel, power).
Famous People Named Kurt
- Kurt Vonnegut — American author (1922–2007)
- Kurt Wüthrich — Swiss chemist (born 1938)
- Kurt Tucholsky — Jewish-German journalist, satirist and writer (1890–1935)
- Kurt Sprengel — German botanist (1766–1833)
- Kurt Sethe — German Egyptologist (1869–1934)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kurt
What does the name Kurt mean?
Kurt means "Brave, strong, or counsel power", and is of German origin.
What is the origin of the name Kurt?
Kurt originates from German, commonly used in Europe.
Is Kurt a boy or girl name?
Kurt is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Kurt associated with?
Kurt is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Kurt?
Yes — notable people named Kurt include Kurt Vonnegut (American author, 1922–2007), Kurt Wüthrich (Swiss chemist, born 1938), Kurt Tucholsky (Jewish-German journalist, 1890–1935), Kurt Sprengel (German botanist, 1766–1833) and Kurt Sethe (German Egyptologist, 1869–1934).
Last updated: June 2026