Holding steady, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Kostas since 1961
Babies named Kostas per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 31 |
| 1970s | 107 |
| 1980s | 90 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 45 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 32 |
Meaning & origin
Kostas is a Greek name with deep roots, functioning as a common short form of the classic Konstantinos. Its meaning, 'constant' or 'steadfast,' ties to the Latin Constantinus, a name borne by several Roman emperors. Despite its enduring popularity in Greece, Kostas has remained very rare in the United States. The U.S. Social Security Administration first recorded the name in 1961, and its peak year of use was 1974. As of 2025, approximately 1 in 244,011 newborn boys receives the name, placing it at rank 9714. The name's trajectory has been consistently stable over recent decades, with no top states showing significant concentration. Kostas offers a clear, strong sound and a straightforward cultural identity for families connected to Greek heritage.
Kostas is a Greek given name, a short form of Konstantinos (Constantine), which derives from the Latin name Constantinus, meaning 'constant' or 'steadfast'. It has been in use in Greece since the late Roman period and remains a common name in Greece and the Greek diaspora.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kosti, Kostas, Kos
Variants: Costas, Kostis, Konstantinos
Sibling names for Kostas
Names that share Kostas's style, for a brother or sister.
