Concepsion Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kon-sep-SEE-on /kɔn.sɛpˈsjon/
Origin: Spanish; Latin
Meaning: Spanish: Conception; Latin: The act of conceiving
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Concepción is of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin word "conceptio," meaning "conception" or "to conceive." This Latin term itself comes from the verb "concipere," which combines the prefix "con-" (together) and "capere" (to take or seize). The name Concepción specifically refers to the conception of the Virgin Mary, a significant event in Christian theology.
The name was introduced into English through the influence of Spanish culture and the Catholic Church, particularly during the period of the Spanish Empire when many Spanish names were adopted in various regions, including the Americas. Historically, the name Concepción is closely associated with the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, celebrated on December 8th, which commemorates the belief that Mary was conceived without original sin.
This doctrine was formally defined by Pope Pius IX in 1854, but the celebration of the feast dates back to the Middle Ages. The name has been borne by various saints and figures in the Catholic tradition, reinforcing its religious significance.
In Spain, the name has been popularized through various cultural expressions, including literature and art, particularly during the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Culturally, the name Concepción carries connotations of purity and divine grace, reflecting its association with the Virgin Mary.
It is often used in religious contexts and has been adopted in various forms across Spanish-speaking countries. The name may also appear in diminutive forms such as Concha, which is derived from the Spanish word for "shell" and is often used affectionately.
The enduring nature of the name can be attributed to its deep-rooted religious significance and its connection to the veneration of Mary, making it a name of considerable cultural resonance in the Hispanic world.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Concepsion was first seen in the United States in 1920.
Concepsion has ranked as high as #6270 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Concepsion has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Concepsion is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Concepsion was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Concepsion.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 5 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 | 5 |
| 1949 | 5 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 | 6 |
| 1921 | 8 | 8 |
| 1920 | 7 | 7 |
Top States for Concepsion (1948)
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| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |