Kortland

“from the court land, land near a court” — Associated with various locations

USA origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10322US 2021

7Births / yr

↑Rising

138All-time births

📅 Since 198700

How to pronounce Kortland

KAW·RTLAND

/ˈkɔ.ˈrtlænd/ · stress on KAW · 2 syllables

“from the court land, land near a court”

Associated with various locations · USA origin

What does Kortland mean and where does it come from?

The name Kortland has Dutch roots and means 'from the court land'. It is a relatively modern name and is more commonly found in English speaking countries such as the USA. The name may also be associated with various locations, particularly in regions where Dutch settlers established communities.

Cultural significance

Kortland has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in USA-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from the court land, land near a court.

Peak popularity

Reached #5326 in 2011 — currently #10322 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kortland?

Kortland works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Kortland Grace

How popular is Kortland right now?

Rising fast — up 681 spots — currently #10322 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2021#10322 · Top 7.6%

1995

2015

2020

2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#10322	7	▲ up 681 · +17% births
2020	#11003	6	▼ down 1024 · -14% births
2015	#9979	7	▼ down 2452
1995	#7527	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kortland

Best Year1995Rank #7527

Peak Count7

Average Rank#9708

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1995 - 20214 years

The story of Kortland

Kortland is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1987. With 138 total births recorded, Kortland remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7527 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10322 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Kortland in 2011:

Jacob Mason William Jayden Noah

Kortland by decade

Kortland peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	36
2000s	33
2010s ★	58
2020s	6

💎Kortland has only 138 total recorded births since 1987 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kortland?

Common

KorKoOrtland

What names sound and feel like Kortland?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kortland also consider these

Kourtland

English · English

Portland

American · from the land

Kortlan

American · A beloved name

Cortland

American · Derived from an

Kopeland

American · land of the

Common questions about the name Kortland

What does the name Kortland mean?

Kortland means "from the court land, land near a court" — a name rooted in USA tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Kortland?

Kortland is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kortland have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Kortland?

Kortland originates from USA tradition. USA names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Kortland?

Kortland is a two-syllable name pronounced K AO1 R T L AE1 N D. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Kortland trending right now?

Kortland is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.