"immaculate conception, divine beginning"
Origin: Latin
Language: Spanish
Concepsion
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A sacred Spanish name honoring the Immaculate Conception
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Meaning & Origin
"act of conceiving, inception"
Origin: Latin conceptio
Language: Latin
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The Story of Concepsion
Concepsion (also spelled Concepcion) is a Spanish name derived from the Latin 'conceptio,' referring to the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary — a central doctrine in Catholic theology. The name became popular throughout the Spanish-speaking world as an expression of deep religious devotion, celebrating the belief that Mary was conceived without original sin.
This name flourished during the height of Catholic influence in colonial Latin America and Spain, where naming children after religious concepts was common. It has gradually declined in use as more secular naming preferences have taken hold, though it remains in use among deeply traditional Catholic families.
In Spanish-speaking Catholic cultures, Concepción is a name of profound religious significance, celebrating the Feast of the Immaculate Conception on December 8th. Women with this name often have a special connection to Marian devotion and may be called 'Concha' as an affectionate nickname.
Historical Record
Concepsion first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 10 babies have been named Concepsion in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Concepsion is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #68,124 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- December 8th, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, is a public holiday in many Spanish-speaking countries
- Concepción is also the name of Chile's second-largest city
Concepsion in Other Languages
French
Conception
Catalan
Concepció
English
Conception
Italian
Concezione
Portuguese
Conceição
Popularity Over Time
#68,124
Current Rank
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #68,124
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Mexican Latin American Catholic
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
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Cepe
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Frequently Asked Questions About Concepsion
What does the name Concepsion mean?
"immaculate conception, divine beginning" (from Latin). "act of conceiving, inception" (from Latin conceptio). Concepsion (also spelled Concepcion) is a Spanish name derived from the Latin 'conceptio,' referring to the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary — a central doctrine in Catholic theology. The name became popular throughout the Spanish-speaking world as an expression of deep religious devotion, celebrating the belief that Mary was conceived without original sin.
What is the origin of the name Concepsion?
Concepsion has Latin, Latin conceptio, Spanish, Mexican, Latin American, and Catholic origins. In Latin, it means "immaculate conception, divine beginning". In Latin conceptio, it means "act of conceiving, inception".
Is Concepsion a boy or girl name?
Concepsion is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Concepsion?
Concepsion is currently ranked #68124 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Concepsion?
Common nicknames for Concepsion include Connie, Conie, and Cepe.
What are good middle names for Concepsion?
Popular middle name pairings include Concepsion Maria, Concepsion Rosa, Concepsion Elena, Concepsion Isabel, Concepsion Luz, Concepsion Ana, and Concepsion Sofia.
What are good sibling names for Concepsion?
Names that pair well with Concepsion as siblings include Esperanza, Dolores, Mercedes, Rosario, Pilar, Francisco, and Santiago.
How many syllables does Concepsion have?
Concepsion has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Concepsion a common or rare name?
Concepsion is an uncommon name, ranked #68124 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Concepsion
Concepsion is a girl name with Spanish, Mexican, Latin American, and Catholic origins . The name means "immaculate conception, divine beginning" in Latin .
Concepsion is currently ranked #68,124 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Concepsion has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Concepsion include Connie, Conie, and Cepe. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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