Constantine
Meaning of Constantine
Originating from the Latin name Constantinus, Constantine is a strong and timeless name for baby boys. The name has deep historical associations, most notably with Emperor Constantine the Great, who played a significant role in the establishment of Christianity as the state religion of the Roman Empire. With its rich history and regal sound, Constantine exudes strength and power. In terms of popularity, Constantine has seen fluctuating levels of usage over the years in the United States. It reached its peak in the early 1900s but experienced a decline in popularity throughout much of the 20th century. However, it has recently shown signs of resurgence, making it an intriguing choice for parents seeking a unique and distinguished name for their son.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KAHN-stan-teen (/kɑn.stæn.ˈtin/)
French
- Pronunced as kawn-stahn-TEEN (/kɔ̃s.tɑ̃.ˈtin/)
Greek
- Pronunced as kon-stahn-TEE-nay (/kɔn.stɑn.ˈti.neɪ/)
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Similar Names to Constantine
Notable People Named Constantine
| Constantine I, also known as Constantine the Great, was a Roman emperor who converted to Christianity and became the sole ruler of the Roman Empire by 324. |
| Constantine XI Palaiologos - Constantine XI Dragases Palaiologos, the last Roman (Byzantine) emperor, reigned from 1449 until his death in battle at the Fall of Constantinople in 1453, marking the definitive end of the Eastern Roman Empire. |
| Constantine James Maroulis is an American actor and rock singer known for his appearance on American Idol and his performances in Broadway musicals like Rock of Ages and Jekyll and Hyde. |
| Konstantinos Petrou Kavafis, also known as Constantine P. Cavafy, was a prominent Greek poet from Alexandria, recognized as one of the most distinguished poets of the 20th century and a significant contributor to Western poetry. |
| Constantine Cominato Arianiti, also known as Constantine Komnenos Arianites, was a 15th and 16th-century Albanian nobleman and military leader who lived in exile in Italy and sought to establish himself as a leader among Christian Balkan refugees. |
| Sir Constantine Henry Phipps (1656–1723) was an English-born lawyer and Lord Chancellor of Ireland, known for his controversial term marked by political faction-fighting. |
| Constantine Phipps, 1st Marquess of Normanby - Constantine Henry Phipps, 1st Marquess of Normanby, was a British Whig politician and author who served as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland and Home Secretary, and later as British Ambassador to France. |
| Constantine Paparrigopoulos was a pioneering Greek historian known for establishing the concept of historical continuity in Greek history and challenging prevailing views about the Byzantine Empire. |
| Constantine Garrievich Orbelian, Jr. is an American conductor and pianist of Armenian and Russian descent, currently serving as the music director and Principal Conductor of the New York City Opera. |
| Constantine X Doukas, Byzantine emperor from 1059 to 1067, faced challenges from the Normans in Italy, Hungarian occupation in the Balkans, and defeats by the Seljuk sultan Alp Arslan. |
| Constantine II, son of Constantine the Great, was a Roman emperor from 337 to 340, and his attempt to assert his rights of primogeniture resulted in his death during a failed invasion of Italy. |
| Constantine II of Bulgaria - Constantine II, born in the early 1370s, ruled as emperor of Bulgaria in Vidin from 1397 to 1422 and claimed the title Emperor of Bulgaria, although he is often omitted from listings of rulers of Bulgaria. |
| Constantine I of Georgia - Constantine I, King of Georgia from 1405 or 1407 until his death in 1412, is the common ancestor of all surviving branches of the Bagrationi dynasty. |
| Constantine Phipps, 1st Baron Mulgrave, was an Irish peer who was created Baron Mulgrave in 1767. |
| Constantine Manetas is a Greek fencer who participated in the individual and team sabre events at the 2004 Summer Olympics. |
