Konrad
Konrad is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Bold counsel or brave advisor.
Origin and history
Konrad is a masculine name of Old High German origin, derived from elements meaning bold counsel. It has historical roots among European nobility and monarchs, particularly in Germanic-speaking regions. In the United States, it remains a relatively uncommon yet recognizable classic name.
Popularity in the United States
4,077 babies in the United States have been named Konrad since 1880. It ranks #1968 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1488.
States where it is most popular
- IL (30.7 %)
- CA (25.8 %)
- NY (18.9 %)
- TX (6.1 %)
- WA (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 16 |
| 1920-1930 | 37 |
| 1930-1940 | 104 |
| 1940-1950 | 123 |
| 1950-1960 | 264 |
| 1960-1970 | 275 |
| 1970-1980 | 238 |
| 1980-1990 | 345 |
| 1990-2000 | 604 |
| 2000-2010 | 793 |
| 2010-2019 | 835 |
| 2020-2029 | 443 |
Famous people named Konrad
- Konrad Adenauer: statesman, chancellor
- Konrad Lorenz: zoologist, ethologist
- Konrad Zuse: engineer, computer scientist
Nicknames
Konnie, Rad
Fun facts
- The name was borne by several medieval German kings and Holy Roman Emperors.
- It stems from the Old High German elements 'koni' (bold/daring) and 'rad' (counsel/advice).