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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Land by the harbor/port
- Origin
- Middle English (place name)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- PORT-lund
Portland comes from Middle English and literally means land by the harbor, or port. It's a neutral name, pronounced PORT-lund, and Social Security data has tracked it in the U.S. going all the way back to 1958. It has never been a common choice, but it has a long, quiet history on the records.
Meaning & Origin of Portland
Meaning: Land by the harbor/port.
Origin: Middle English (place name).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Portland
PORT-lundIPA /ˈpɔːrtlənd/
Popularity of Portland
Portland's high point was #3835 back in 1964, when 13 babies got the name; by 2024 it had drifted down to #10618, with just 7 babies given the name that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Portland mean?
Land by the harbor/port. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Portland?
Portland is pronounced PORT-lund (IPA: /ˈpɔːrtlənd/).
Is Portland a popular name right now?
Portland peaked at #3835 in 1964 and is ranked #10618 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1958–2024.)
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