Cortlyn
Cortlyn is a girl baby name. Ranked #32,248 in the US, popular nicknames include Cor, Coy, and Corie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Cortlyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 376 babies have been named Cortlyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cortlyn is past its peak , currently ranked #32,248 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #32,248
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Cortlyn is also used as a boy name, ranked #35677.
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About the Name Cortlyn
Cortlyn is a girl name .
Is Cortlyn a boy or girl name? Cortlyn is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #32,248 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #35,677. Cortlyn is more commonly used as a girl name.
Cortlyn is currently ranked #32,248 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cortlyn include Cor, Coy, Corie, and Cortie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis