About Courtois
The surname Courtois is of French origin and is derived from the word "courtois," meaning "courteous" or "polite." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was known for their courteous or polite behavior. The name may have been given to individuals who worked in a position that required good manners, such as a courtier or a servant in a noble household. Over time, the surname Courtois became hereditary and passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Courtois can be found worldwide, particularly in French-speaking regions.
The surname Courtois is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Courtois based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Courtois in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Courtois using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.