Cort

Meaning of Cort

Cort, pronounced kort (/kɔrt/), unfolds as a succinct yet resonant name whose lineage bridges Old English and Latin roots with a distinct Iberian echo. Often regarded as a clipped form of Courtland—itself derived from Latin cohors, “enclosed yard” or “retinue”—Cort equally evokes the storied legacy of the Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés, whose surname originates in corto, “short” or “courteous.” This dual heritage imbues the name with a paradoxical gravitas: its single syllable conveys austere precision even as it gestures toward bold exploration. In the United States, Cort has sustained a steady if modest presence among newborn boys—fluctuating within the top thousand names since the mid-20th century, peaking around rank 876 in 2015 and ranking 908 in 2024—underscoring its enduring appeal as a concise appellation with historical depth.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as kort (/kɔrt/)

• Cortland
• Cortez
• Cortlandt