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Constantine

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Pronounced KON-stuhn-teen /ˈkɑn.stən.tin/Low

Meaning: From the Latin name Constantinus, a derivative of constans "constant, steadfast"; borne by the Roman emperor Constantine the Great.Low

In 30 seconds: Constantine comes from the Latin Constantinus, built on constans, meaning constant or steadfast. It is forever linked to the Roman emperor who bore it.
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Origin LowLatin
MeaningFrom the Latin name Constantinus, a derivative of constans "constant, steadfast"; borne by the Roman emperor Constantine the Great.
U.S. rank (2024)#1608 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births106 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2014
Total births (all-time)≈ 6,569

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201418852024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

The name traces to the Latin Constantinus, a derivative of constans, so its core meaning is constant and steadfast. Its fame rests on Constantine the Great, the Roman emperor who became the first to convert to Christianity and who founded Constantinople. That single reign gave the name lasting weight across the Christian and Byzantine worlds.

Centuries of emperors, saints, and kings have carried it, lending it an imperial, ceremonial air. Its long four-syllable sweep feels stately compared with shorter modern names.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Constantine is 'origin uncertain', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 55%
Behind the Name - Constantine — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Constantine the Great (c. 272-337)
    Roman emperor who was the first to convert to Christianity and who founded Constantinople. His reign reshaped the late Roman Empire.

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Constance— Drawn from the same Latin constans, carrying the matching sense of steadfastness.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Constantine mean?

Constantine is usually explained as meaning 'origin uncertain' and is most often linked with Uncertain tradition.

How do you pronounce Constantine?

It's commonly said KON-stuhn-teen /ˈkɑn.stən.tin/.

Is Constantine a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Constantine is used as a boy name.

How popular is Constantine?

In 2024, Constantine ranked #1608 in the U.S. for boys, with 106 births recorded.