Constantine

“steadfast”

Greece origin · Unisex name

♂ 100% boys♀ 0% girls

#1649US 2023

104Births / yr

↑Rising

6.2kAll-time births

📅 Since 192500

How to pronounce Constantine

KAH·nstunt·eyen

/ˈkɑ.nstənt.ˌaɪn/ · stress on KAH · 3 syllables

“steadfast”

Greece origin · Unisex name

What does Constantine mean and where does it come from?

The name Constantine is derived from the Latin name 'Constans', which means 'constant' or 'steadfast'. Though historically a masculine name, it has been used for females in various cultures. The most famous bearer is possibly Emperor Constantine the Great, who was the first Roman emperor to convert

Cultural significance

Constantine has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of steadfast.

Peak popularity

Reached #5042 in 1925 — currently #1649 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Constantine?

Constantine works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Constantine Grace

How popular is Constantine right now?

Rising fast — up 260 spots — currently #1649 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1925–2023#1649 · Top 1.2%

1925

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1649	104	▲ up 260 · +27% births
2022	#1909	82	▼ down 123 · -8% births
2021	#1786	89	▲ up 3256 · +1680% births
1925	#5042	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Constantine

Best Year2023Rank #1649

Peak Count104

Average Rank#2597

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1925 - 20234 years

The story of Constantine

Constantine entered American naming records in 1925 and has been in use for over 99 years. With 6,208 total births recorded, Constantine remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5042 in 1925 to #1649 in 2023. Constantine is used for both genders: 0% female and 100% male.

Names that peaked alongside Constantine in 1925:

Mary Dorothy Betty Helen Margaret

Constantine by decade

Constantine peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	12
1890s	5
1900s	17
1910s	584
1920s	840
1930s	456
1940s	281
1950s	350
1960s	512
1970s	475
1980s	430
1990s	460
2000s	705
2010s ★	994
2020s	87

💎With 6,208 total births, Constantine is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Constantine?

BULGARIAN

Kosta

DUTCH

Stijn

GREEK

Gus

ROMANIAN

CostelCosticăCostinDinu

What names sound and feel like Constantine?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Constantine also consider these

Konstantine

Greece · Feminine form of

Constantina

Greece · Steadfast, constant.

Constandina

Greece · constant, steadfast

Constantin

Romania · Constant, Steadfast

How is Constantine written in other languages?

Gender variants of Constantine

Konstantina GREEK Constantina LATE ROMAN Connie ENGLISH Constance ENGLISH Constant ENGLISH Constance FRENCH Constant FRENCH Constanze GERMAN Konstanze GERMAN Costanzo ITALIAN Constans LATE ROMAN Constantia LATE ROMAN Constantius LATE ROMAN Konstancja POLISH Konstanty POLISH Constança PORTUGUESE Constância PORTUGUESE Constanța ROMANIAN Constanza SPANISH

Common questions about the name Constantine

What does the name Constantine mean?

Constantine means "steadfast" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Constantine?

Constantine is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Constantine have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Constantine?

Constantine originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Constantine?

Constantine is a three-syllable name pronounced K AA1 N S T AH0 N T AY2 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Constantine?

Constantine pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.