körtälä

Körtälä is a surname of Finnish origin. The name likely derives from the place name Körtelä, which is found in several locations in Finland. The etymology of Körtelä itself is not definitively established, but it is believed to be of ancient Finnish or possibly Sami origin, potentially related to words describing natural features or personal characteristics.

As a surname, Körtälä became more common during the 19th and early 20th centuries, a period when many Finnish families adopted surnames based on their place of residence or ancestral lands. Individuals with the Körtälä surname are primarily found in Finland, though migration has led to its presence in other countries as well, notably in Sweden and North America. The name is not particularly widespread, suggesting a relatively localized historical origin. Information regarding prominent individuals bearing the Körtälä surname is limited in publicly available historical records. The distribution and usage of the surname continue to reflect Finnish demographic patterns.