Kirtland

Transport your little one back to the ancient Christian communities of rural Scotland by naming them Kirtland. Originally a surname, Kirtland hails from the Strathclyde-Briton people of ancient Scotland and has recently found new life as a given name. The Kirtland family name has roots in the regions of Cumberland and Lancashire and is derived from the Old Norse word kirkja, the German kirche, and the Old English kirk, all of which mean "church." Kirtland reflects a deep connection to church and community and is particularly meaningful if you wish to spread the importance of your faith to baby—though it’ll do just fine if you simply love the name for its unique sound and appearance.