Holding steady.
Popularity of Consepcion since 1912
Babies named Consepcion per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 21 |
| 1920s | 72 |
| 1930s | 54 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 38 |
| 1960s | 12 |
| 1970s | 13 |
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 30 |
| 2000s | 11 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Consepcion is a Spanish Marian name with deep religious roots, directly tied to the Catholic doctrine of the Immaculate Conception. Despite its long history of use in Spanish-speaking communities, it has never entered the mainstream U.S. popularity charts, with its highest recorded usage occurring in 1928. The name has remained stable in usage since then, though it is now extremely rare. The most common spelling, Concepción, includes an accent mark, but the variant Consepcion is also found. Many bearers use the nickname Conchita, which adds a affectionate, familiar dimension to this formal name.
Concepción is a Spanish name derived from the Latin conceptio, meaning 'conception.' It is a Marian name, directly referencing the Immaculate Conception, a dogma of the Catholic Church. The name has been used in Spanish-speaking countries since at least the 16th century, often given to girls born on or around December 8, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Variants include Concepcion (without the accent) and Conchita as a diminutive.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Concha, Conchita, Chita
Variants: Concepción, Conception
Sibling names for Consepcion
Names that share Consepcion's style, for a brother or sister.
