Olivia Chen

By Olivia Chen
Historical Naming Consultant

Updated on September 03, 2024

Cortland

US Popularity Rank: 8280

Origin: German

Meaning: Courtier; Brave; Court dweller

Corland is a gender-neutral name of German and British origin that means "courtier," "brave," and "court dweller." This vintage pick is historically a surname and has evolved over the years from Cort and Kort to the modern choice Courtney. Full of cheer and old-world charm, it's perfect for your little queen, king, or jester! Some famous Cortlands include former NFL cornerback Finnegan and Richelieu, a character in the classic novel The Three Musketeers. The latter may have been a bit devious, but he was always up for a good pun-chline!