Constantinos

Constantinos is a masculine given name of Greek origin. It is the Greek form of Constantine, itself derived from the Latin Constantinus, from the Latin root constans meaning steadfast or constant. In modern usage, the name is common in Greece and among Greek-speaking communities, often transliterated as Konstantinos. The feminine form is Konstantina.

The name has been prominent since Late Antiquity, due in part to Saint Constantine the Great and the Byzantine imperial lineage. In Greek tradition, the form Konstantinos is widely used, reflecting the long-standing cultural and religious associations with the name.

Notable bearers of the name include several Greek public figures, particularly in politics. Notable examples include Konstantinos Karamanlis, who led Greece as prime minister and later served as president, and Konstantinos Mitsotakis, who held the office of prime minister in the early 1990s. Beyond politics, the name appears among athletes, scholars, and professionals in Greek-speaking communities.

In Cyprus and other regions with Greek heritage, Constantinos remains a common given name, continuing a historical pattern of usage tied to the broader Constantine tradition. The name carries historical and cultural resonance in Greek and Cypriot society.