Konstantin
Konstantin is a boy's name of Slavic origin.
Meaning
Constant, steadfast, or resolute.
Origin and history
Konstantin is a Slavic and Germanic form of the Latin name Constantinus, derived from Constans. It has historically been widely used across Eastern Europe and Russia. In the United States, it remains a rare but recognizable classic name with steady usage.
Popularity in the United States
668 babies in the United States have been named Konstantin since 1880. It ranks #4008 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1778.
States where it is most popular
- CA (45.3 %)
- NY (19.7 %)
- FL (17.9 %)
- IL (12.8 %)
- TX (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 6 |
| 1990-2000 | 40 |
| 2000-2010 | 149 |
| 2010-2019 | 319 |
| 2020-2029 | 149 |
Famous people named Konstantin
- Konstantin Stanislavski: Actor, Theatre Director
- Konstantin Tsiolkovsky: Scientist, Inventor
- Konstantin Chernenko: Politician, Head of State
Nicknames
Kostya, Kosta, Konnie
Fun facts
- The name directly derives from the Latin word 'constans', meaning firm or steadfast.
- It was borne by numerous Roman, Byzantine, and Russian rulers throughout history.