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Curtis

Derived from an Old French surname meaning "courteous" or "polite", referring to someone with refined manners.

Meaning and origin

Curtis originated as an English surname derived from Old French, indicating a courteous person.

How to pronounce Curtis

English (US)KUR-tis /ˈkɜːrtɪs/

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