Conrad Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Conrad originates from Germanic roots, specifically from the elements meaning 'brave counsel.' It has evolved through historical forms such as Konrad and has strong associations with nobility. The name is not linked to biblical texts. It gained popularity during the medieval period and continues to be perceived as strong and traditional today, with notable figures contributing to its legacy.
The name Conrad is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Conrad has been falling 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, 'Conrad' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 310th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 271st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 400th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 561st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 729th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 566th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7673rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Discover how the name 'Conrad' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Conrad"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒn.ræd/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Conrad is derived from the Germanic elements 'kuoni,' meaning 'brave' or 'bold,' and 'rad,' meaning 'counsel' or 'advice.' Therefore, the name can be interpreted as 'brave counsel.'
Meaning
brave counsel
Language Evolution
Konrad (Old High German), Conrad (Middle High German), Conrad (Modern German)
Historical Usage
The name Conrad gained popularity in the medieval period, particularly among nobility in the Holy Roman Empire, and has been borne by various kings and emperors.
Variants & Derivatives
Conrado (Spanish), Konrad (German), Conor (Irish)
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Conrad is considered traditional and somewhat classic, often associated with strength and leadership.
Famous People
Conrad Hilton - Founder of Hilton Hotels, Conrad Bain - Canadian actor, Conrad Veidt - German expressionist actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Conrad"
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 "Conrad"
"Conrad" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 310th of 7545 | 5,420 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 271st of 6773 | 7,991 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 400th of 7552 | 6,539 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 561st of 10718 | 3,342 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 616th of 16616 | 4,051 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 729th of 24088 | 4,373 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 566th of 23106 | 5,955 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7673rd of 9107 | 11 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Conrad" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
17.58% 249th/1416 |
15.08% 208th/1379 |
20.54% 486th/2366 |
26.36% 301st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
14.04% 217th/1546 |
10.99% 171st/1556 |
17.81% 419th/2353 |
17.39% 269th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
16.30% 363rd/2227 |
12.26% 298th/2430 |
18.09% 516th/2853 |
13.80% 383rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
19.95% 586th/2937 |
14.44% 503rd/3483 |
18.90% 665th/3518 |
12.02% 486th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
15.96% 588th/3685 |
13.68% 612th/4475 |
15.08% 783rd/5194 |
8.17% 516th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
14.49% 664th/4582 |
13.83% 714th/5164 |
13.11% 959th/7313 |
8.27% 617th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
12.02% 479th/3984 |
13.37% 600th/4487 |
9.63% 657th/6822 |
8.01% 503rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Conrad" 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 "Conrad"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Conrad" 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.