Kouture
A girl's name of French origin with 81 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Kouture is a two-syllable girl's name with a open, approachable sound — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. With only 81 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
In the most recent SSA release, Kouture ranks #16513 among U.S. girl names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Kouture is a girl's baby name of French origin, a phonetic spelling of Couture meaning 'high fashion' or 'fine needlework,' from the French word for sewing and dressmaking. Haute couture is the pinnacle of the fashion world — one-of-a-kind garments made to measure with extraordinary craftsmanship.
Naming a daughter for the world's highest fashion tradition makes a bold statement about aspiration and artistry. Kouture wears the spelling of French luxury in a distinctly American phonetic package.
EtymologyShow more
Kouture is cataloged under the French naming tradition. French names blend Latin roots with Norman, Frankish, and Gallic influences, often lending an air of elegance and formality.
In the U.S., Kouture has been recorded as a girl's name since 2009, with 81 total births. Browse the French names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Kouture has 10+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2009.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 30 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 46 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 5 | — |
The Story of Kouture
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2011, Kouture is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Kouture are most likely born between 2009 and 2021.
How rare is Kouture?
Only about 1 in every 720,000 babies born in 2024 was named Kouture — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2009, peaked in the 2010s with 46 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.
Kouture by the numbers
- Would fill 2 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(10 years, 2009–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | #16513 |
| 2023 | 10 | #9980 |
| 2022 | 10 | #10071 |
| 2020 | 5 | #16409 |
| 2019 | 11 | #9441 |
| 2018 | 11 | #9509 |
| 2016 | 7 | #13669 |
| 2013 | 5 | #18049 |
| 2011 | 12 | #9463 |
| 2009 | 5 | #18853 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2009–2024