Declining since 2022.
Popularity of Kourtland since 1992
Babies named Kourtland per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 33 |
| 2000s | 26 |
| 2010s | 51 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Kourtland is a modern masculine name that emerged in the United States in the early 1990s, first recorded in 1992. It is a respelled variant of Courtland, following the trend of replacing 'C' with 'K' for a bolder look. The name saw its peak popularity in 2019, but has been on a downward trajectory since 2022. Although it has never broken into the top 1,000 most popular names nationally, its relative rarity makes it a distinctive choice. The name is most commonly found in states without a strong regional concentration, as its top states list is empty. With a sound similar to trending names like Kyler and Brayden, Kourtland fits modern naming conventions while retaining a traditional English surname feel.
Kourtland is a modern spelling variant of Courtland, itself a transferred use of the English surname which denoted someone who lived near a court or manor. The name follows the trend of substituting 'K' for 'C' to create a distinctive masculine sound. It first appeared in U.S. records in the 1990s and saw modest use, peaking in popularity around the late 2010s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kourt, Korty, Land
Sibling names for Kourtland
Names that share Kourtland's style, for a brother or sister.
