Kortez
Kortez is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Courteous, polite, or refined.
Origin and history
Kortez is a modern American name, likely created as a phonetic variant of Cortez, which originates from the Old French and Spanish word 'cortés' meaning polite or courteous. It gained popularity in the late 20th century alongside other trendy names featuring the letter 'z'. In the United States, it remains a rare choice given to a small number of baby boys each year.
Popularity in the United States
816 babies in the United States have been named Kortez since 1880. It ranks #3860 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1767.
States where it is most popular
- TX (38.5 %)
- MI (28.2 %)
- CA (17.9 %)
- GA (15.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 15 |
| 1980-1990 | 47 |
| 1990-2000 | 149 |
| 2000-2010 | 192 |
| 2010-2019 | 253 |
| 2020-2029 | 160 |
Fun facts
- Kortez is a modern phonetic spelling variation of the traditional Spanish surname Cortez.
- The name has seen consistent, low-volume use in the United States, reflecting late-20th and early-21st-century naming trends.