Cortina

Cortina derives its definition and roots from different languages. The meaning depends on whether it is used as a first or last name. It is customarily either a girl's name or a family name. As a female name, it derives from the name Cora and the Greek meaning of Cortina is 'maiden'. As a family name, the meaning depends on whether it is derived from Spanish or Italian. Generally, in all Spanish dialects, it is a diminutive of the word Corte which means 'court'. In Spanish-Catalan, the meaning of Cortina is 'farmland'. In Spanish-Asturian, Cortina is an 'unfenced field' and denotes the prefix added to the name of a place. In Spanish-Galacian, Cortina means a 'vegetable garden'. In Italian, it is the feminine diminutive of Corto, meaning 'small', and derived from Corte, meaning 'court'. The first record of the surname was in 11th-century Italy before migrating to other parts of the world, including the US. The name Cortina is versatile. From the part of a plant (mushroom), shoes (Cortina shoes), part of an animal (fish), a town and ski resort (Cortina d’Ampezzo in Veneto Italy), a car (The Ford Cortina), and an upcoming Olympic event (Milano Cortina 2026), all sport this name. A notable person with this name is the late Alfonso Cortina de Alcocer, the Spanish chief executive officer and chairperson of Repsol YPF.

Gender

Girl

Origin

Greek

Numerology

C is for change, you are able to adapt.

O is for orderly, a lifelong passion.

R is for rational, the way you think.

T is for treat, that you always are.

I is for ideals, no higher!

N is for nice, need I say more?

A is for abundant, your cheer knows no bounds.

Lucky

Cortina lucky number is 8.

8 is all about abundance. Within numerology, this number is linked to material wealth and financial success. Ambitious and goal-oriented, 8 can effortlessly assume leadership positions through its natural magnetism. 8 applies big-picture thinking to broaden its scope, racing up the top of any ladder to reach extraordinary heights.

Famous People Named Cortina

• Marco "Benny" Benassi Italian DJ