Unisex nameCurrently #10,618 in the USRising
Portland
//ˈpɔɹtlənd//
2 syllablesPeak year: 20218 lettersStarts with P
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Portland's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Portland's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Portland |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 13 |
Portland through the decades
- Portland peaked in 2021, when 24 babies were named Portland in the US.
- Over the last 10 years of data (2015–2024), use of Portland has risen 117% compared to the 10 years before that.
- Portland currently ranks #10,618 in the US and is on the rise.