Curtis has both French and British roots, and although it has been used mostly for boys, it is now considered a gender-neutral name. Having the meanings of “courteous” and “polite,” this name is very charming. Considering how similar the two words sound, it’s possible that courteous isn’t as surprising as it sounds. There have been a great number of well-known people who have carried this name, including the director Curtis Hanson, who is notable for films such as “L.A. Confidential” and “8 Mile.” Curtis James Jackson III, better known by his stage name 50 Cent, is another interesting person to discuss.
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