Constance Girl

Popularity: #825 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Latin; French

Meaning

Latin: steadfast; French: constant

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Constance derives from the Latin word 'constans', meaning steadfast or constant. It became popular in medieval Europe, particularly in France, where it was often associated with virtue and fidelity. The name has been borne by several saints and historical figures, contributing to its enduring appeal. In literature, Constance has appeared in various works, symbolizing loyalty and strength.

Trend Summary

Constance has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.

Similar Names

Constantina, Connie, Celeste, Corinne, Clementine, Cynthia, Cora

Variants

  • Connie
  • Constanza

International Variants

  • Constância (Portuguese)
  • Konstancja (Polish)
  • Constance (French)

Famous people named Constance

Constance Wu is an American actress known for her role in the television series 'Fresh Off the Boat'.

Constance Baker Motley was an American civil rights activist and the first African American woman to serve as a federal judge.

Constance Markievicz was an Irish revolutionary and the first woman elected to the British Parliament.

Constance Adams is a notable American architect recognized for her innovative designs.

Fictional characters named Constance

Constance is a character in the novel 'The Mysterious Affair at Styles' by Agatha Christie, serving as a key figure in the plot.

Constance is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Constance was first seen in the United States in 1880. Constance has ranked as high as #163 nationally which occurred in 1950 and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Illinois, and California. In the past 5 years the name Constance has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Constance (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 17
38%
TX 14
31%
NY 9
20%
GA 5
11%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
188015
188114
188222
188317
188429
188531
188636
188737
188843
188946
189045
189144
189260
189360
189462
189590
189675
189782
189882
1899106
1900112
190194
1902117
1903144
1904127
1905163
1906167
1907194
1908214
1909206
1910261
1911298
1912375
1913458
1914600
1915728
1916811
1917845
1918971
19191,078
19201,377
19211,686
19221,676
19231,687
19241,655
19251,654
19261,669
19271,521
19281,319
19291,326
19301,463
19312,073
19322,492
19332,193
19341,975
19351,804
19361,697
19372,029
19382,161
19392,009
19402,039
19412,275
19422,357
19432,554
19442,634
19452,601
19463,419
19473,894
19483,812
19494,327
19504,441
19514,367
19524,116
19534,030
19543,836
19553,662
19562,816
19572,418
19582,000
19591,842
19601,732
19611,705
19621,649
19631,583
19641,548
19651,836
19661,467
19671,233
19681,033
1969873
1970805
1971652
1972563
1973494
1974457
1975436
1976348
1977383
1978360
1979345
1980350
1981715
1982780
1983639
1984564
1985522
1986604
1987564
1988509
1989488
1990475
1991375
1992342
1993306
1994240
1995273
1996237
1997220
1998220
1999205
2000187
2001165
2002184
2003183
2004202
2005185
2006207
2007189
2008193
2009173
2010151
2011138
2012165
2013105
2014134
2015144
2016152
2017137
2018123
2019105
2020135
2021110
2022120
2023125
2024125