Constance Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Constance has its roots in Latin, meaning 'constant' or 'steadfast'. It evolved through various forms such as Constans and Constancia before reaching its modern form. The name conveys traits of reliability and strength. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with the name. Its usage surged during the Middle Ages and remains a classic choice today.
The name Constance is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Constance has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Constance' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3762nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2470th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3095th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7460th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13420th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 185th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 126th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 138th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 334th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 495th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1217th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1708th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Constance' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Constance"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒnstəns/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Constance is derived from the Latin word 'constans', which means 'constant' or 'steadfast'. It is associated with the concept of firmness and stability.
Meaning
steadfast, constant
Language Evolution
Constans (Latin), Constancia (Spanish), Constance (Old French), Constance (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in France, and became more widely used in English-speaking countries after the Norman Conquest.
Variants & Derivatives
Constancia, Connie, Tansy
Modern Popularity & Image
Constance is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and reliability. It maintains a modest level of popularity in contemporary naming.
Famous People
Constance Wu, an American actress, Constance Bennett, an American actress, Constance Baker Motley, an American lawyer and judge
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Constance"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Constance"
"Constance" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3762nd of 7545 | 74 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2470th of 6773 | 174 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3095th of 7552 | 137 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7460th of 10718 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13420th of 16616 | 12 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 185th of 9107 | 20,776 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 126th of 9204 | 37,001 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 138th of 12526 | 57,197 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 334th of 19264 | 11,635 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 495th of 27321 | 7,633 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1217th of 35406 | 2,967 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1708th of 30306 | 1,515 |
Regional Popularity of "Constance" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
71.21% 1108th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Constance" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
11.79% 167th/1416 |
7.69% 106th/1379 |
13.10% 310th/2366 |
13.31% 152nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
7.44% 115th/1546 |
4.56% 71st/1556 |
9.86% 232nd/2353 |
11.18% 173rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
5.03% 112th/2227 |
5.10% 124th/2430 |
5.71% 163rd/2853 |
6.38% 177th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
10.15% 298th/2937 |
9.24% 322nd/3483 |
8.95% 315th/3518 |
12.41% 502nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
12.48% 460th/3685 |
12.94% 579th/4475 |
6.76% 351st/5194 |
12.49% 789th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.73% 1133rd/4582 |
29.61% 1529th/5164 |
14.89% 1089th/7313 |
21.44% 1600th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
45.63% 1818th/3984 |
41.19% 1848th/4487 |
29.51% 2013th/6822 |
27.57% 1730th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Constance"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Constance" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.