Find out how popular the first name Constantine has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Constantine by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Constantine is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 99% of people named Constantine being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 104 male babies and 6 female babies born with the name Constantine.

Yes—according to the SSA data, 6 baby girls were named Constantine in 2023, despite it being a predominantly male name. We'd love to know why!

The history of the first name Constantine

The name Constantine has its origins in the Latin name Constantinus, derived from the Latin word constans meaning "constant" or "persevering". It was a popular name among Roman nobility, particularly during the 4th century AD.

The name gained significant prominence with the rise of Constantine the Great, the first Christian Roman emperor, who reigned from 306 to 337 AD. He was responsible for legalizing Christianity in the Roman Empire and played a crucial role in its spread throughout Europe.

The earliest recorded use of the name dates back to the 3rd century AD, when it appeared in Roman historical records and inscriptions. It was often associated with virtues such as steadfastness, courage, and unwavering faith.

In the Byzantine Empire, which succeeded the Roman Empire, the name Constantine remained popular among the ruling dynasties. Several Byzantine emperors bore this name, including Constantine IV (668-685 AD), Constantine V (718-775 AD), and Constantine VII (905-959 AD).

The name also found its way into Christian religious traditions. Constantine is venerated as a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church, and several churches and monasteries were dedicated in his honor, particularly in Greece and Eastern Europe.

Notable historical figures with the name Constantine include:

1. Constantine the Great (272-337 AD), the Roman emperor who legalized Christianity and founded the city of Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul).
2. Constantine II (317-340 AD), the son of Constantine the Great and co-ruler of the Roman Empire.
3. Constantine III (677-668 AD), the Byzantine emperor who reigned during the Arab siege of Constantinople.
4. Constantine XI Palaiologos (1405-1453 AD), the last Byzantine emperor, who died defending Constantinople against the Ottoman Turks.
5. Constantine Brancoveanu (1654-1714), the Prince of Wallachia who was canonized by the Romanian Orthodox Church.

The name Constantine has been carried through the ages, continuing to be used in various cultures and regions influenced by the Roman and Byzantine empires, particularly in Eastern and Southern Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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