Konstantin
Gender
masculine
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Meaning & Etymology
The name Konstantin, derived from the Latin name Constantinus (Constantine), is used in several European languages such as Bulgarian, Russian, Estonian, and German. It carries the meaning 'firm, constant' and is associated with the memory of the Roman emperor Constantine the Great. The name has been significant in the Byzantine Empire and, through the Christian Eastern Orthodox Church, in Russian and earlier East Slavic history.
Etymology
Original Form:
Constantinus
Evolution:
The name evolved into various forms across different European cultures, including Константин (Konstantin) in Russian, Костянтин (Kostiantyn) in Ukrainian, Konstantinas in Lithuanian, and Constantin in...
Source:
Derived from Latin, with adaptations in multiple European languages.