Shortened form of Curtana, meaning the shortened sword
Cortana is derived from the Anglo-French 'curtein', meaning short. It historically refers to the Curtana, the Sword of Mercy used in the coronation of British monarchs, which has a blunt tip to symbolize mercy. In modern times, it is most recognized as the name of an artificial intelligence character.
Less common today
Cortana isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,718 in 2015.
Highly advanced artificial intelligence entity · Halo video game series
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
