Konstantopoulos

Konstantopoulos is a Greek surname of patronymic origin. It is formed from the given name Konstantinos (the Greek form of Constantine) combined with the suffix -opoulos, which signifies “descendant of” or “son of.” Consequently, Konstantopoulos roughly means “descendant of Konstantinos.”

The name has several transliterations in English and other languages. Common forms include Konstantopoulos, Constantopoulos, and Constantopoulos, with variations such as Kontopoulos reflecting different transliteration practices from the Greek alphabet. Despite spelling differences, all refer to the same underlying patronymic origin.

Geographically, Konstantopoulos is a surname found throughout Greece and among Greek communities abroad. It is particularly widespread in areas with strong Greek heritage and is also represented in Greek diaspora populations in North America, Australia, and Western Europe.

Notable people bearing the surname come from a range of fields, including politics, academia, arts, and sports, reflecting its common presence in Greek society. While individual biographies vary, the name signals lineage linked to an ancestor named Konstantinos. The surname is one of many Greek patronymics that connect modern bears to historical given names.