The name Currie is of Scottish origin, derived from the word 'curr', meaning 'to run'. It was originally a surname given to someone who lived near a running stream. As a given name, Currie has been used infrequently but notably in Scotland and among Scottish families throughout history.
The name Currie experienced a fluctuating popularity throughout the century with periods of consistency and spikes in usage. The name's peak occurred during World War II with 11 births recorded in 1940.