Konstantinov
A Russian surname derived from the name Konstantin, meaning "constant" or "steadfast".
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 206 Americans carry the last name Konstantinov. That puts it at #108,734 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.06 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,663,856 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Konstantinov surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
206
1 in 1,663,856
Census rank
#108,734
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
163
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 163 bearers of the surname Konstantinov in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.06 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 108734th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Konstantinov, the largest self-reported group is White at 98.8%.
Origin
Meaning and origin of Konstantinov
The surname Konstantinov originated in Russia and is a patronymic name derived from the Russian given name Konstantin, which itself is derived from the Latin name Constantinus. The name Constantinus is composed of the Latin words "constans" meaning "constant, steadfast" and "tinus" meaning "ruler, governor."
Konstantinov is a relatively common surname in Russia, particularly in regions with a strong Russian Orthodox tradition, as the name Konstantin was a popular name among Eastern Orthodox Christians, often given in honor of the 4th-century Roman emperor Constantine the Great, who played a pivotal role in the establishment of Christianity.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Konstantinov can be found in the Velvet Book, a 17th-century Russian genealogical record, which mentions a nobleman named Andrei Konstantinov who served as a boyar (a member of the highest rank of the Russian aristocracy) during the reign of Tsar Alexis of Russia (1629-1676).
Another notable figure bearing the surname Konstantinov was Mikhail Konstantinovich Konstantinov (1828-1892), a Russian painter and academician who specialized in historical and religious subjects. His works can be found in various museums and churches throughout Russia.
In the 19th century, Evgeny Nikolaevich Konstantinov (1849-1905) was a prominent Russian landscape painter and a member of the Peredvizhniki (Wanderers) movement, known for his realistic depictions of Russian countryside scenes.
In the realm of literature, Konstantin Dmitrievich Konstantinov (1818-1871) was a Russian writer and playwright who wrote several popular comedies and vaudevilles during the mid-19th century.
More recently, Nikolai Konstantinovich Konstantinov (1923-2008) was a Soviet and Russian actor known for his roles in numerous films and theater productions, including the iconic Soviet comedy "The Diamond Arm" (1968).
While the surname Konstantinov has roots in Russia, it has also been adopted by individuals of various ethnic backgrounds, particularly in countries with significant Russian or Slavic populations, such as Ukraine, Belarus, and parts of Central Asia.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Konstantinov
Among Census respondents with the surname Konstantinov, the largest self-reported group is White at 98.8%.
The bar chart below shows how Konstantinov bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Konstantinov surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White98.8%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Konstantinov surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #108,734 | #108,734 | 0.0% |
| Count | 163 | 163 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.06 | 0.06 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Konstantinov bearers went from 163 to 163 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #108,734 to #108,734.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Konstantinov
FAQ
Konstantinov surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Konstantinov?
The surname Konstantinov holds position #108,734 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 206 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.06 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Konstantinov surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Konstantinov, the largest self-reported group is White at 98.8%. These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.