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The baby name Constance is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkɒnstəns/ (UK), /ˈkɑːnstəns/ (US).

Constance is Latin in Origin.

Gender: Female
Syllables: 2.0
Origin: Latin
Pronunciation: /ˈkɒnstəns/ (UK), /ˈkɑːnstəns/ (US)

What is the meaning of the name Constance ?

The baby name Constance is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkɒnstəns/ (UK), /ˈkɑːnstəns/ (US).

Constance is Latin in Origin.

Constance derives from Latin Constantia, meaning “steadfastness, constancy,” the feminine form of Constantius/Constantinus. Adopted by early Christians for its moral ideal, it traveled into French and then English via the Normans. The name was borne by medieval nobles such as Constance of Sicily and Constance of Castile, and Shakespeare’s Queen Constance in King John kept it familiar in English literature. Puritans further boosted it as a virtue name, and it enjoyed renewed favor in the late 19th and early 20th centuries; in France it remains a quiet classic.

International variants include Constantia (Latin), Constança (Portuguese), Constanza (Spanish), Costanza (Italian), Constanze (German), Konstancja (Polish), and Konstancia (Hungarian); English and French retain Constance. Diminutives and short forms include Connie, Conni/Conny, and Stanzi (German for Constanze). The name conveys reliability, faithfulness, and calm strength.

Constance has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Constance

Costanza I of Sicily Royal · Born 1154 · Kingdom of Sicily Costanza I of Sicily, also known as Constance, was a queen of Sicily who became Holy Roman Empress through her marriage to Henry VI. She is most famous for her role in the political landscape of medieval Europe, particularly during the succession crisis in Sicily. Born in 1154, she was the mother of Frederick II, one of the most powerful Holy Roman Emperors. Constance Markievicz Politician · Born 1868 · Irish Free State Constance Markievicz was a pioneering Irish politician and revolutionary, best known for being the first woman elected to the British Parliament in 1918, although she did not take her seat. She played a significant role in the Easter Rising of 1916 and later became the first female cabinet minister in Europe as Minister for Labour in the Irish Free State. Constance Wu Actor · Born 1982 · United States Constance Wu is an American actor best known for her role as Jessica Huang on the television show Fresh Off the Boat. She also starred in the hit film Crazy Rich Asians, which brought her widespread recognition. Born in 1982, Wu has become a prominent figure in Hollywood, known for her talent and versatility.
Constance Bennett Actor · Born 1904 · United States Constance Bennett was an American actor best known for her roles in films during the 1920s and 1930s. She starred in movies like 'Topper' and 'Merrily We Live', showcasing her talent in both comedic and dramatic roles. Her work helped define the era's Hollywood glamour. Constance Cummings Actor · Born 1910 · United States Constance Cummings was an American actress best known for her role in the film 'Blithe Spirit'. She also appeared in 'Night After Night' and 'American Madness'. Her career spanned several decades, showcasing her talent in both film and theater. Constance Zimmer Actor · Born 1970 · United States Constance Zimmer is an American actor best known for her role as Quinn King on the television series Unreal. She also gained recognition for her performances in Entourage and House of Cards.

Constance – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Girls 2023 #1 897
BW 0 #18 2 960
BI Girls 0 #32 2 726
MO 0 #48 5 2,706
CM 0 #51 6 2,592
LU 0 #66 1 2,830
France Girls 2021 #76 699 3,185
BW Girls 0 #78 78 4,216
CN 0 #86 1 3,857
JM 0 #93 1 3,714
TW 0 #102 2 4,523
GH Girls 0 #118 362 6,973
KW 0 #121 1 5,216
OM 0 #121 1 6,215
CY Girls 0 #125 1 3,755
Switzerland Girls 2024 #129 7 1,786
MU 0 #135 3 3,613
BW Boys 0 #152 3 4,685
MT Girls 0 #152 2 3,773
ZA Girls 0 #163 3,519 25,928
CR 0 #165 1 5,526
PR Girls 0 #167 1 3,171
Belgium Girls 2024 #168 18 424
MT Boys 0 #179 1 4,064
Sweden Girls 2020 #179 2 1,663
GH 0 #181 63 5,396
LU Girls 0 #186 5 4,850
France Boys 1936 #203 3 656
DK 0 #206 1 5,198
NA Girls 0 #212 13 7,146
HU Girls 0 #224 2 3,308
SG 0 #232 38 11,010
MO Girls 0 #237 15 7,056
NG 0 #237 28 5,926
Canada Girls 2024 #240 46 2,795
JM Girls 0 #241 19 7,507
GR Girls 0 #243 7 6,293
JP Girls 0 #250 2 6,592
PT 0 #250 1 4,161
NA Boys 0 #253 1 6,830
NG Girls 0 #262 1,054 15,093
TW Girls 0 #266 11 8,139
CM Girls 0 #282 299 11,671
IL 0 #282 1 6,291
JM Boys 0 #293 1 6,876
MY 0 #305 26 12,352
CN Girls 0 #310 40 8,829
HK 0 #315 34 8,483
DK Girls 0 #321 9 7,429
CN Boys 0 #331 1 9,639
GH Boys 0 #334 12 8,138
JO Girls 0 #339 1 7,570
CZ Girls 0 #349 3 5,378
MU Girls 0 #362 1 8,539
PL Girls 0 #363 2 5,096
MU Boys 0 #367 3 8,477
ZA 0 #368 80 14,421
NL 0 #373 19 2,481
SG Girls 0 #390 203 18,916
YE 0 #398 1 8,639
BD Girls 0 #405 2 8,413
PH Boys 0 #408 1 11,440
Austria Girls 0 #411 10 1,885
Germany 0 #414 24 2,542
OM Girls 0 #417 8 15,987
PH Girls 0 #428 2 13,098
CL 0 #430 5 6,867
PT Girls 0 #467 5 7,952
HK Girls 0 #482 134 16,104
RU Girls 0 #483 16 11,913
KW Girls 0 #499 17 19,177
CO 0 #509 2 7,768
PA Girls 0 #518 1 9,861
CR Girls 0 #523 10 11,342
UY Girls 0 #534 3 6,731
PS Girls 0 #541 7 10,981
AE Girls 0 #542 12 20,968
IR Girls 0 #544 2 8,334
HK Boys 0 #556 2 12,905
PS Boys 0 #561 1 10,655
CM Boys 0 #568 8 12,054
BH 0 #584 4 17,937
AR Girls 0 #630 1 8,289
IL Girls 0 #642 4 11,648
BO Girls 0 #651 1 9,488
Germany Girls 0 #671 169 4,949
LB 0 #689 2 13,263
IT 0 #701 14 4,183
Finland Girls 2026 #734 5 3,895
SG Boys 0 #738 2 17,960
QA Boys 0 #743 1 18,093
NL Girls 0 #751 206 5,933
United States Girls 2024 #792 125 8,487
CL Girls 0 #811 41 14,098
MY Girls 0 #815 180 24,821
TN 0 #861 5 13,765
SA Girls 0 #914 22 25,931
NG Boys 0 #917 35 16,906
OM Boys 0 #917 2 17,948
EG Boys 0 #925 1 15,035
Spain Girls 0 #955 29 5,561
BR Girls 0 #992 1 12,708
EG Girls 0 #1,006 4 14,742
PE Girls 0 #1,009 2 14,861
IN Boys 0 #1,039 1 16,750
ZA Boys 0 #1,083 96 25,619
MY Boys 0 #1,102 10 25,439
AE Boys 0 #1,141 3 22,615
CO Girls 0 #1,150 3 16,140
MA 0 #1,191 9 20,986
DZ 0 #1,234 1 20,130
TR 0 #1,251 4 19,440
MX Girls 0 #1,262 6 17,781
IT Girls 0 #1,364 83 9,415
SA Boys 0 #1,689 3 28,008

Constance is popular in 69 countries — most recent births per country:

France
Scotland, United Kingdom
Canada
Wallonia, Belgium
United States

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People also ask about Constance

Constance is predominantly a girl's name.
Constance is a 2 syllable name, pronounced /ˈkɒnstəns/ (UK), /ˈkɑːnstəns/ (US).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Connie, Conny, Constantia, Constanze and Costanza.
Across languages, Constance has these equivalents: Russian: Констанция (Konstantsiya), Greek: Κωνσταντία (Konstantia).
Yes, very popular — Constance ranked #1 in Ireland in 2023, and appears in official birth registries across 9 countries.
Constance ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2023).
Constance's popularity is rising significantly. It moved from #96 in 2011 to #76 in 2021 in France.
Yes — 8 notable people named Constance are in our database, including Costanza I of Sicily (Royal), Constance Markievicz (Politician), Constance Wu (Actor).