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Constantine Boy

Popularity: #818 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationKON-stan-teen / /ˈkɒnstəntiːn/

Latin; Greek

Meaning

Latin: steadfast; Greek: constant

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Constantine derives from the Latin name "Constantinus," which is a diminutive form of "Constans," meaning "constant" or "steadfast." The roots of the name can be traced back to the Roman Empire, where it was borne by several notable figures. The most prominent of these was Emperor Constantine the Great, who ruled from 306 to 337 CE. He is renowned for being the first Roman emperor to convert to Christianity and for establishing Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) as a new capital, which became a significant center of Christian culture and governance.

The name gained prominence in the Christian tradition due to its association with Saint Constantine, who is venerated in various Christian denominations. The legacy of Emperor Constantine is further solidified through historical texts, including the Edict of Milan in 313 CE, which granted religious tolerance throughout the empire and marked a pivotal moment in the history of Christianity. His influence extended into the establishment of the Council of Nicaea in 325 CE, which sought to address divisions within the Christian community and resulted in the Nicene Creed, a foundational statement of Christian faith.

Culturally, the name Constantine has been associated with strength, leadership, and faithfulness, resonating through various historical narratives and artistic representations. The name has also been adopted in various forms across different languages and cultures, such as "Constantin" in Slavic languages and "Costantino" in Italian. The enduring legacy of figures named Constantine, particularly in the context of Christianity and imperial history, has contributed to the name's lasting significance throughout the centuries.

Trend Summary

The name Constantine has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable increase in interest in recent years.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Constantin
  • Constan
  • Tino

International Variants

  • Costantino (Italian)
  • Konstantin (Russian)
  • Constantin (Romanian)
  • Constant (French)

Famous people named Constantine

Constantine the Great is a Roman Emperor best known for being the first Christian emperor, founding Constantinople, and issuing the Edict of Milan.

Constantine Maroulis is a singer and actor best known for his role on American Idol, and for starring in Broadway's Rock of Ages.

Fictional characters named Constantine

Constantine is a fictional character from the TV series Constantine. He is a seasoned demon hunter and occult detective who seeks redemption for his past sins.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Constantine was first seen in the United States in 1885. Constantine has ranked as high as #1283 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, California, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Constantine has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Constantine (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 15
26%
FL 10
18%
VA 9
16%
NY 9
16%
TX 8
14%
PA 6
11%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18856
18866
18975
19065
19085
19097
191011
191116
191237
191343
191453
191586
191672
191772
191898
191996
192093
192182
192299
192394
192492
192584
192679
192770
192864
192978
193078
193178
193253
193347
193430
193542
193638
193733
193827
193930
194029
194133
194237
194332
194426
194523
194627
194725
194833
194916
195019
195132
195245
195334
195436
195529
195642
195736
195841
195931
196031
196126
196243
196349
196447
196556
196668
196767
196864
196956
197070
197147
197240
197352
197458
197547
197642
197746
197841
197937
198050
198141
198257
198340
198438
198543
198636
198745
198849
198929
199046
199143
199237
199347
199442
199541
199649
199755
199855
199945
200039
200141
200246
200346
200456
200587
200689
2007108
2008105
200982
2010105
201191
2012106
201397
2014112
201591
2016108
2017101
201897
201984
202087
202189
202282
2023104
2024106