Kortez
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Courteous, polite
Origin: Spanish/Latin
Popularity: Ranked #6296 in 2025 with 14 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Cortez. Shares the meaning 'Courteous, polite.'
Similar names: korea, kort
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Kortez? About 1 in 237,750 babies born in 2025 were named Kortez, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Kortez
What does the name Kortez mean?
Kortez means “Courteous, polite” from Spanish/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Kortez?
Kortez has Spanish/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Courteous, polite”.
How popular is Kortez?
Kortez ranked #6143 in 2025 — given to 14 babies that year.
When was Kortez most popular?
Kortez peaked in 2020 with 36 babies registered that year.
Is Kortez a boy or girl name?
Kortez is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Kortezs in registered births are male.
Is the name Kortez rising or falling in popularity?
Kortez has fallen 2966 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3177 in 2020 to #6143 in 2025.
How long has Kortez been recorded?
Kortez appears in birth records across 43 years — from 1978 through 2025.