Holding steady.
Popularity of Cortavius since 1990
Babies named Cortavius per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 68 |
| 2000s | 32 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cortavius is a modern American invented name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1990. It reached its peak popularity in 1999, but even then did not rank among the top 1000 names. The name derives from a combination of the prefix "Cor-" and the Latinate suffix "-tavius," echoing classical Roman names like Octavius. While it never achieved widespread use, Cortavius exemplifies the trend of creating distinctive, multisyllabic names in the late 20th century. Its usage has remained stable at very low levels through the latest reported year of 2025, with no top states showing a concentration of the name. As a rare invented name, Cortavius lacks traditional cultural or religious associations.
Cortavius is a modern American coinage, possibly formed by combining the popular prefix 'Cor-' (as in Corey or Cordell) with the Latinate suffix '-tavius' (reminiscent of names like Octavius). It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1990 and saw modest use, peaking in 1999. The name remains rare, with stable but very low usage into the 2020s.
Sibling names for Cortavius
Names that share Cortavius's style, for a brother or sister.
