Did you know: The word tortilla comes from the Spanish "torta," meaning "round cake."
Source: The Joy of KosherDid you know: Triangles because they were once round – It stands to reason that the iconic shape for the tortilla chip comes from necessity. When you cut equal chips from a whole, round tortilla, you get triangles. Don’t worry, there are plenty of brands that offer tortilla strips if you are looking for something different!
Source: Curious Chef