Konstantinos Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kon-stan-TEE-nos /kɒnˈstæn.tɪ.nɒs/
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Constant; steadfast
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Konstantinos is of Greek origin, derived from the Latin name Constantinus, which itself comes from the Latin word "constans," meaning "constant" or "steadfast." The name has its roots in the ancient Greek word "kōnstantinos," which was used to denote someone who is firm or unwavering. The transition of the name into English occurred through the influence of the Latin language during the Roman Empire and later through the Byzantine Empire, where the name was prevalent among emperors and saints.
Historically, the name Konstantinos is most famously associated with Saint Constantine, also known as Constantine the Great, who reigned as Roman Emperor from 306 to 337 CE. He is notable for being the first Roman emperor to convert to Christianity and for convening the First Council of Nicaea in 325 CE, which was pivotal in the establishment of Christian doctrine.
His legacy includes the founding of Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) in 330 CE, which became a significant center of Christianity and culture. The name has also been borne by various Byzantine emperors, further solidifying its importance in historical contexts.
Culturally, Konstantinos carries connotations of strength and reliability, reflecting the virtues associated with its etymological roots. In Greek tradition, the name is often linked to leadership and resilience, embodying the qualities of a steadfast ruler or protector.
The diminutive form "Dinos" is sometimes used in familial or affectionate contexts, highlighting the name's versatility and enduring appeal across generations. The historical and cultural significance of Konstantinos has ensured its continued relevance in various forms throughout history.
Famous people named Konstantinos
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Konstantinos Koutoupis is a composer best known for his work in film scores and contemporary classical music.
Konstantinos Mitsotakis is a prominent figure in Greek business known for his contributions to the shipping industry.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Konstantinos was first seen in the United States in 1962.
Konstantinos has ranked as high as #1042 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, Massachusetts, California, and Pennsylvania.
In the past 5 years the name Konstantinos has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Konstantinos 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 Konstantinos was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Konstantinos (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 12 |
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 Konstantinos.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 48 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2021 | 48 |
| 2020 | 55 |
| 2019 | 50 |
| 2018 | 36 |
| 2017 | 50 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2014 | 49 |
| 2013 | 43 |
| 2012 | 44 |
| 2011 | 43 |
| 2010 | 47 |
| 2009 | 45 |
| 2008 | 51 |
| 2007 | 34 |
| 2006 | 33 |
| 2005 | 34 |
| 2004 | 37 |
| 2003 | 39 |
| 2002 | 31 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2000 | 36 |
| 1999 | 38 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1996 | 26 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1994 | 28 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1988 | 27 |
| 1987 | 35 |
| 1986 | 28 |
| 1985 | 33 |
| 1984 | 31 |
| 1983 | 43 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1981 | 49 |
| 1980 | 41 |
| 1979 | 51 |
| 1978 | 49 |
| 1977 | 58 |
| 1976 | 48 |
| 1975 | 37 |
| 1974 | 40 |
| 1973 | 31 |
| 1972 | 31 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1970 | 22 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1968 | 15 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1962 | 8 |