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The baby name Konstantin is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced English: KON-stən-TEEN or kon-STAN-tin; IPA: /ˌkɒn.stənˈtiːn/ or /kɒnˈstæn.tɪn/; Russian: [kənstɐnˈtʲin].

Konstantin is Latin in Origin.

Gender: Male
Syllables: 3.0
Origin: Latin
Pronunciation: English: KON-stən-TEEN or kon-STAN-tin; IPA: /ˌkɒn.stənˈtiːn/ or /kɒnˈstæn.tɪn/; Russian: [kənstɐnˈtʲin]

What is the meaning of the name Konstantin ?

The baby name Konstantin is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced English: KON-stən-TEEN or kon-STAN-tin; IPA: /ˌkɒn.stənˈtiːn/ or /kɒnˈstæn.tɪn/; Russian: [kənstɐnˈtʲin].

Konstantin is Latin in Origin.

Konstantin derives from Latin Constantinus, meaning “steadfast, constant,” transmitted through Greek Konstantinos and deeply rooted across the Orthodox Slavic world and German-speaking Europe. The name gained prestige from Constantine the Great and a line of Byzantine emperors, anchoring its use among saints, rulers, and scholars. In Russia, the Balkans, and Bulgaria it signals continuity and faith; in Germany and Austria it enjoyed periodic revivals in the 18th–20th centuries and remains familiar without being common.

Variants include Constantine (English), Konstantinos (Greek), Constantin (Romanian, French), Costantino (Italian), Constantino (Spanish, Portuguese), Konstantin (German, Russian, Bulgarian, Serbian), Konstantine (Georgian), Kostiantyn (Ukrainian), Kanstantsin (Belarusian), Konstantinas (Lithuanian), and Konstanty (Polish). Diminutives and short forms span Kostya, Kostik, Kosta/Kostas, Kote, and Tino. Feminine counterparts are Konstantina, Constantina, and Konstancja. The name carries a resolute, serious tone with a classical, pan-European pedigree.

Konstantin has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Konstantin

Grand Duke Konstantin Pavlovich of Russia Politician · Born 1779 · Russian Empire Grand Duke Konstantin Pavlovich of Russia was a prominent figure in the Russian Empire, known for being the second son of Tsar Paul I and his involvement in the Napoleonic Wars. Although he was next in line for the Russian throne, he famously renounced his claim, which led to a succession crisis known as the Decembrist revolt. Konstantin Khabensky Actor · Born 1972 · Russia Konstantin Khabensky is a well-known Russian actor, most famous for his role in the film 'Night Watch'. He has also starred in 'Day Watch' and 'Admiral'. Born in 1972, he has become a prominent figure in Russian cinema. Grand Duke Konstantin Nikolayevich of Russia Royal · Born 1827 · Russian Empire Grand Duke Konstantin Nikolayevich of Russia was a prominent figure in the Russian Empire, known for his significant role in the reform of the Russian Navy during the 19th century. He was also influential in the emancipation of the serfs and served as the Viceroy of Poland.
Konstantin Kryukov Actor · Born 1985 · Russia Konstantin Kryukov is a Russian actor best known for his role in the film '9th Company'. Born in 1985, he has appeared in several other Russian films and television series, making a name for himself in the entertainment industry.

Konstantin – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Germany Boys 2025 #1 423
Ireland Boys 2023 #1 807
RU Boys 0 #28 7,392 12,621
TM Boys 0 #28 9 614
NA 0 #33 1 2,537
EE 0 #35 3 1,051
EE Boys 0 #42 116 2,087
GE 0 #44 1 997
RU 0 #45 292 3,641
BG 0 #46 35 1,799
Austria Boys 2024 #48 173 60
BG Boys 0 #49 442 3,850
KZ 0 #55 37 1,452
CY 0 #58 3 1,632
MD Boys 0 #71 10 756
KZ Boys 0 #74 573 6,578
LT Boys 0 #87 84 2,166
LT 0 #88 1 949
GE Boys 0 #100 10 2,055
CY Boys 0 #117 13 3,473
OM 0 #121 1 6,215
RS Boys 0 #124 31 2,277
Switzerland Boys 2024 #125 13 1,769
Norway Boys 2025 #130 5 444
AZ Boys 0 #131 1 1,400
GR 0 #134 2 3,911
HU Boys 0 #162 13 3,954
CR 0 #165 1 5,526
MT Boys 0 #173 7 4,064
Sweden Boys 2022 #175 8 1,509
HR 0 #181 1 2,081
CZ 0 #183 4 3,154
AE 0 #185 3 10,220
Austria 0 #200 14 850
DK 0 #205 2 5,198
PS 0 #206 13 5,692
SI Boys 0 #209 3 3,402
LU Boys 0 #216 5 4,970
GR Boys 0 #218 50 6,912
CZ Boys 0 #219 89 6,530
IR 0 #226 6 4,221
BG Girls 0 #230 2 3,559
MO Boys 0 #234 1 5,842
NA Girls 0 #237 1 7,146
GR Girls 0 #249 1 6,293
IL 0 #249 26 6,291
HR Boys 0 #253 7 3,997
NA Boys 0 #253 1 6,830
Austria Boys 0 #261 198 2,180
Germany Boys 0 #272 1,420 5,697
SG 0 #280 3 11,010
PL Boys 0 #291 45 6,459
Canada Boys 2024 #296 11 2,588
JP Boys 0 #299 5 7,909
CN Boys 0 #304 16 9,639
DK Boys 0 #306 20 7,401
IL Boys 0 #322 348 10,983
DK Girls 0 #329 1 7,429
KZ Girls 0 #330 3 5,862
Germany 0 #336 104 2,542
PS Boys 0 #345 220 10,655
PT Boys 0 #349 19 7,951
CN Girls 0 #359 1 8,829
GH Boys 0 #361 1 8,138
MU Boys 0 #365 5 8,477
Finland Boys 0 #373 55 2,041
France Boys 2021 #381 7 2,865
PH Boys 0 #408 1 11,440
UY Boys 0 #413 1 5,922
Finland Boys 2026 #429 320 3,552
IR Boys 0 #457 96 10,162
ZA 0 #474 1 14,421
RU Girls 0 #476 23 11,913
AR Boys 0 #482 2 7,628
PA Boys 0 #505 1 9,305
CR Boys 0 #508 3 10,188
PS Girls 0 #545 3 10,981
HK Boys 0 #557 1 12,905
BH 0 #587 1 17,937
IL Girls 0 #644 2 11,648
CL Boys 0 #696 5 13,390
IQ Boys 0 #697 1 13,071
IT 0 #703 12 4,183
SG Boys 0 #734 6 17,960
QA Boys 0 #741 3 18,093
BR Boys 0 #785 1 12,213
KW Boys 0 #805 2 18,755
Spain Boys 0 #830 101 5,610
TN 0 #862 4 13,765
United States Boys 2024 #870 23 7,044
NL Boys 0 #882 70 5,873
CL Girls 0 #915 1 14,098
OM Boys 0 #915 4 17,948
EG Boys 0 #922 4 15,035
PE Boys 0 #925 2 14,506
MX Boys 0 #1,032 2 16,355
AE Boys 0 #1,061 32 22,615
MY Boys 0 #1,181 2 25,439
MA 0 #1,197 3 20,986
TR 0 #1,200 12 19,440
DZ 0 #1,234 1 20,130
IT Boys 0 #1,258 214 10,046
ZA Boys 0 #1,267 6 25,619
SA Boys 0 #1,689 3 28,008

Konstantin is popular in 67 countries — most recent births per country:

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People also ask about Konstantin

Konstantin is predominantly a boy's name.
Konstantin is a 3 syllable name, pronounced English: KON-stən-TEEN or kon-STAN-tin; IPA: /ˌkɒn.stənˈtiːn/ or /kɒnˈstæn.tɪn/; Russian: [kənstɐnˈtʲin].
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Konstantine, Constantin, Constantinus, Konstantinos, Konstantyn and Konstantijn.
Across languages, Konstantin has these equivalents: Constantine (English), Constantin (French/Romanian), Costantino (Italian), Constantino (Spanish/Portuguese), Konstantinos (Greek), and 4 more.
Yes, very popular — Konstantin ranked #1 in Germany in 2025, and appears in official birth registries across 10 countries.
Konstantin ranks highest in Germany (#1 in 2025).
Konstantin's popularity is declining significantly. It moved from #853 in 2014 to #870 in 2024 in United States.
Yes — 4 notable people named Konstantin are in our database, including Grand Duke Konstantin Pavlovich of Russia (Politician), Konstantin Khabensky (Actor), Grand Duke Konstantin Nikolayevich of Russia (Royal).