Concepcion
Concepcion is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Conception, referring to the Immaculate Conception.
Origin and history
Concepcion is a traditional Spanish name given in honor of the Immaculate Conception of Mary. Historically common in Spanish-speaking communities, it has seen lower usage in the contemporary United States. The name carries strong cultural and historical ties to Marian devotion.
Popularity in the United States
5,224 babies in the United States have been named Concepcion since 1880. It ranks #2389 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2059.
States where it is most popular
- TX (65.5 %)
- CA (28.8 %)
- AZ (4 %)
- IL (1 %)
- NM (0.41 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 10 |
| 1890-1900 | 101 |
| 1900-1910 | 141 |
| 1910-1920 | 444 |
| 1920-1930 | 888 |
| 1930-1940 | 601 |
| 1940-1950 | 536 |
| 1950-1960 | 479 |
| 1960-1970 | 468 |
| 1970-1980 | 486 |
| 1980-1990 | 386 |
| 1990-2000 | 387 |
| 2000-2010 | 205 |
| 2010-2019 | 50 |
| 2020-2029 | 42 |
Famous people named Concepcion
- Concepcion Picciotto: Activist
Nicknames
Conchita, Concha, Connie
Fun facts
- The name directly derives from the Catholic title 'La Inmaculada Concepción', referring to the Virgin Mary.
- It inspired widely recognized Spanish diminutives such as Concha, Conchita, and Chita.