Constanza Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Constanza originates from Latin, meaning 'constant' or 'steadfast.' It evolved from the male name Constantius and gained popularity in medieval Europe, especially in Spain and Italy. The name reflects traits of strength and reliability, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Constanza is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. 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, Constanza has been too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Constanza' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10248th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15863rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11664th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5700th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3968th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Constanza' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Constanza"
Pronunciation
/kənˈstæn.zə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Constanza is derived from the Latin word 'constans,' which means 'constant' or 'steadfast.' It evolved from the male name Constantius, which was popularized by several early saints and Roman emperors.
Meaning
constant, steadfast
Language Evolution
Constantius (Latin), Constans (Latin), Constanza (Spanish/Italian)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in medieval Europe, particularly in Spain and Italy, where it was often associated with nobility and royalty.
Variants & Derivatives
Constance, Constans, Constanza, Constance
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Constanza is viewed as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and reliability.
Famous People
Constanza de la Torre, Spanish actress, Constanza Milsztajn, Argentine artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Constanza"
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 "Constanza"
"Constanza" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10248th of 12526 | 13 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11664th of 27321 | 72 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5700th of 35406 | 347 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3968th of 30306 | 450 |
Regional Popularity of "Constanza" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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 "Constanza" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
41.86% 3061st/7313 |
49.70% 3709th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
31.50% 2149th/6822 |
43.40% 2724th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Constanza"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Constanza" 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.