Kourtland
A boy's name of Old Norse origin with 132 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
If you're considering Kourtland, you're looking at a name that fewer than 132 families have ever chosen in the U.S. That kind of rarity is intentional — it signals that the name was chosen for its sound, its personal meaning, or a family connection rather than a trend.
The sharp, distinct ending gives Kourtland a direct, strong feel that works well in both playground and boardroom.
Kourtland is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Kourtland is a boy's baby name of Old Norse origin, a variant of Courtland, meaning 'land of the court' or 'short land,' from the Old Norse Kortlandr. The K spelling gives this estate-style surname name a distinctly modern, bold look.
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In the American context, Kourtland is a boy's name with several decades of recorded use (1992–2023). Its Old Norse roots connect it to a broader naming tradition, but in practice, American usage often reshapes names — adding nicknames, shifting pronunciation, and building new associations that diverge from the original cultural context.
With 132 total births, Kourtland exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Kourtland has 20+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1992.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 22 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 51 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 26 | ▼ |
| 1990s | 33 | — |
The Story of Kourtland
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2019, Kourtland is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Kourtland are most likely born between 2009 and 2023.
How rare is Kourtland?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Kourtland is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1992, peaked in the 2010s with 51 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Kourtland by the numbers
- Would fill 3 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(20 years, 1992–2023)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 9 | #8619 |
| 2022 | 6 | #11668 |
| 2021 | 7 | #10323 |
| 2019 | 10 | #7959 |
| 2017 | 6 | #11563 |
| 2016 | 9 | #8528 |
| 2015 | 7 | #10168 |
| 2014 | 5 | #13185 |
| 2013 | 9 | #8492 |
| 2011 | 5 | #13464 |
| 2006 | 5 | #13160 |
| 2004 | 5 | #12406 |
| 2003 | 5 | #11951 |
| 2002 | 5 | #11709 |
| 2000 | 6 | #9788 |
| 1998 | 5 | #10565 |
| 1997 | 6 | #8782 |
| 1996 | 8 | #6854 |
| 1994 | 6 | #8335 |
| 1992 | 8 | #6436 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1992–2023