Constance
Meaning of Constance
Constance is a lovely and timeless name for a baby girl. It has its roots in Latin, derived from the word "constans," which means "steadfast" or "constant." The name Constance is often associated with qualities such as loyalty, strength, and reliability. It has been a popular choice for parents throughout history, with variations like Connie being used as well. In terms of popularity, Constance has seen fluctuations over the years but has remained consistently chosen by many parents. In recent years, it has ranked around the 1500s to 1700s in terms of occurrence in the United States. Whether you prefer the American English pronunciation (KON-stuhns) or the British English pronunciation (KON-stuhns), Constance is a classic and elegant name that will surely stand the test of time.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as KON-stuhns (/ˈkɑnstəns/)
British English
- Pronunced as KON-stuhns (/ˈkɒnstəns/)
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Similar Names to Constance
Notable People Named Constance
| Constance Georgine Markievicz, also known as Countess Markievicz and Madame Markievicz, was an Irish politician, revolutionary, nationalist, suffragist, and socialist, and the first woman elected to the Westminster Parliament, serving as a Teachta Dála for the Dublin South constituency and as a Member of Parliament for Dublin St Patrick's. |
| Constance Fenimore Woolson was an American novelist, poet, and short story writer known for her works about the Great Lakes region, the American South, and American expatriates in Europe. |
| Constance Wu is an influential American actress who has received numerous award nominations for her performances. |
| Constance Baker Motley was an American jurist and politician, known for her service as a Judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. |
| Constance Stokes was an Australian modernist painter known for her works exhibited from the 1940s onwards, and she trained at the National Gallery of Victoria Art School and the Royal Academy of Arts in London. |
| Constance Cary Harrison, also known as Mrs. Burton Harrison, was an American playwright and novelist, famous for being one of the "Cary Invincibles" who sewed the first examples of the Confederate Battle Flag. |
| Constance Elaine Clayton was the first woman and African American to serve as Superintendent of Schools in Philadelphia, known for her advocacy for children and her "forceful persona." |
| Constance Alice Talmadge, an American silent film star, was the sister of actresses Norma and Natalie Talmadge. |
| Constance Collier was a prominent English stage and film actress, acting coach, and playwright who made history as the first person in Europe to be treated with insulin. |
| Constance Spry was a prominent British educator, florist, and author during the mid-20th century. |
| Constance Burrell - Constance Mary Lockhart, Lady Burrell was a Scottish businesswoman, art collector, and philanthropist known for her association with the Burrell Collection museum in Glasgow. |
| Constance Zimmer is an American actress known for her roles in Entourage, Boston Legal, House of Cards, and Unreal, earning her critical acclaim and award nominations. |
| Constance Cummings-John was a pioneering Sierra Leonean educationist and politician, known for being the first woman in Africa to join a municipal council and the first female mayor of Freetown, Sierra Leone. |
| Constance of Sicily, Queen of Aragon - Constance II of Sicily, daughter of Manfred of Sicily and Beatrice of Savoy, was queen consort of Aragon and a claimant to the Kingdom of Sicily from 1268 to 1285. |
| Chidiogor Constance Ikokwu is a Nigerian journalist, news analyst, educator, and media strategist with a career that spans from reporting to lecturing and editorial leadership. |
