Konrad Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Konrad has Germanic origins, meaning 'bold counsel'. It evolved through various historical forms, including Latin and Old High German. It is associated with strength and tradition and has no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity during the medieval period and is still recognized today, with several notable figures bearing the name.
The name Konrad is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Konrad has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Konrad' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4708th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2304th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1591st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1828th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1698th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1715th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1924th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Konrad' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Konrad"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒn.ræd/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Konrad is derived from the Germanic elements 'kuoni' meaning 'bold' or 'brave' and 'rad' meaning 'counsel' or 'advice'.
Meaning
bold counsel
Language Evolution
Conradus (Latin form), Konrad (Old High German), Conrad (Middle High German)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in medieval Europe, particularly in Germany and Scandinavia, during the 9th to 12th centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Conrad, Konrads, Conny
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Konrad is perceived as a traditional and strong name, often associated with historical figures and nobility.
Famous People
Konrad Adenauer, the first Chancellor of West Germany, Konrad Lorenz, an Austrian zoologist and Nobel laureate, Konrad Duden, a German philologist known for the Duden dictionary
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Konrad"
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 "Konrad"
"Konrad" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4708th of 7545 | 39 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2304th of 6773 | 192 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1591st of 7552 | 460 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1828th of 10718 | 391 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1698th of 16616 | 713 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1715th of 24088 | 1,252 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1924th of 23106 | 953 |
Regional Popularity of "Konrad" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
54.94% 1335th/2430 |
- |
41.69% 1157th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
- |
38.11% 1541st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
33.41% 1231st/3685 |
30.64% 1371st/4475 |
59.30% 3080th/5194 |
28.00% 1769th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.77% 1181st/4582 |
26.10% 1348th/5164 |
47.20% 3452nd/7313 |
25.53% 1905th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.55% 1695th/3984 |
56.54% 2537th/4487 |
36.98% 2523rd/6822 |
27.52% 1727th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Konrad" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Konrad"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Konrad" 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.