konstant

Konstant is primarily a masculine given name in German-speaking regions and in parts of Central and Eastern Europe. It is commonly a shortened form of Konstantin or Konstantinos, and ultimately derives from the Latin Constantinus, itself from constans meaning steadfast or constant. Through the spread of Christianity and Roman influence, the name took root across European languages and developed local variants.

In German, konstant (lowercase) is an adjective meaning constant, steady, or unchanging. In mathematical and scientific contexts, the word is used to describe fixed values or properties; as a noun, the related term is Konstante, meaning a constant. The concept appears in many disciplines, from physics to chemistry, and the idea of a constant value is fundamental in equations and models.

As a personal name, Konstant has been used since the late Middle Ages and remains in use today, especially in German-speaking countries. It often functions as a standalone form or as a shortened version of Konstantin or Konstantinos. The name carries associations with constancy and reliability in various cultural traditions.

See also: Konstantin, Konstantinos, Constantine.