Concepción
“conception or the act of conceiving” — Associated with the Catholic feast of the Immaculate Conception
Spain origin · Girl name
#923US 2023
1.3kBirths / yr
→Stable
Top 0.68%Percentile
How to pronounce Concepción
kon-thep-thyon(europeanspanish),kon-sep-syon(latinamericanspanish)
/kon-thep-thyon(europeanspanish),kon-sep-syon(latinamericanspanish)/ · · 3 syllables
“conception or the act of conceiving”
Associated with the Catholic feast of the Immaculate Conception · Spain origin
What does Concepción mean and where does it come from?
Concepción is often associated with the Catholic feast of the Immaculate Conception, celebrated on December 8. This name is traditionally given in many Spanish-speaking cultures to honor the Virgin Mary. The name has royal and historical connotations, with several saints also bearing this name. Nota
Cultural significance
Concepción has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of conception or the act of conceiving.
Peak popularity
Reached #923 in 2020 — currently #923 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Concepción?
Concepción works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Concepción Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Concepción Rose
Floral · soft ending
Concepción Mae
Sweet · timeless
Concepción Claire
French influence · crisp
Concepción Jane
Literary · strong
Concepción Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Concepción right now?
Holding steady — currently #923 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Concepción is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Concepción?
ITALIAN
Concettina
SPANISH
ChitaConchaConchita
ITALIAN
Concetto
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Common questions about the name Concepción
What does the name Concepción mean?
Concepción means "conception or the act of conceiving" — a name rooted in Spain tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Concepción?
Concepción is currently ranked #923 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Concepción?
Concepción originates from Spain tradition. Spain names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Concepción?
Concepción pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Concepción a common or rare name?
Concepción is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
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