Holding steady.
Popularity of Constantinos since 1956
Babies named Constantinos per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 84 |
| 1970s | 156 |
| 1980s | 124 |
| 1990s | 136 |
| 2000s | 98 |
| 2010s | 44 |
| 2020s | 21 |
Meaning & origin
Constantinos is the Greek form of Constantine, a name with deep roots in Christian and Roman history. According to U.S. Social Security data, the name was first recorded in 1956 and peaked in 1973, though it has never ranked in the top 1000. Its trajectory has been stable, and it is primarily used by families of Greek descent. The name is strongly associated with the Orthodox Christian tradition.
Constantinos is the Greek form of the Latin name Constantinus, which derives from 'constans' meaning 'constant, steadfast'. The name was borne by several Roman emperors, most notably Constantine the Great, the first Christian emperor who founded Constantinople. It has been a traditional name in Greek and Orthodox Christian families, particularly in Cyprus and Greece.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Costas, Dinos, Gus, Kostas
Variants: Constantine, Konstantinos, Constantin
Sibling names for Constantinos
Names that share Constantinos's style, for a brother or sister.
