Conrad

Pronunciation: [ k-AHNR-ad ]

Boy Name #470 Most Popular Rising 2 Syllables

A name of emperors and literature — bold counsel

German English Polish American

Classic Strong Sophisticated Vintage Literary

Meaning & Origin

"bold counsel"

Origin: Old High German

Language: German

"brave advisor"

Origin: Germanic

Language: English

The Story of Conrad

Conrad derives from the Old High German 'Kuonrat,' a compound of 'kuon' (bold, brave, experienced) and 'rad' (counsel, advice), meaning bold counsel or brave advisor. The name was popular among Holy Roman Emperors and German nobility in the medieval period. Conrad I was King of Germany in the 10th century, and the name spread throughout Europe via German influence.

Conrad experienced strong use in English-speaking countries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, associated with novelist Joseph Conrad. After falling out of fashion mid-century, it is now experiencing a thoughtful revival among parents drawn to substantial vintage names with literary credentials.

The name has deep resonance in German history and culture, borne by multiple Holy Roman Emperors and German kings. In the English-speaking world, the Polish-British novelist Joseph Conrad elevated the name's literary prestige with works like Heart of Darkness and Lord Jim.

Fun Facts

Joseph Conrad, born Józef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski, wrote in his third language English and produced masterpieces like Heart of Darkness
Three Holy Roman Emperors bore the name Conrad or Konrad

Conrad in Other Languages

French Conrad

German Konrad

Polish Konrad

Italian Corrado

Spanish Conrado

Famous People Named Conrad

Conrad Hilton

Business

1887

American hotelier and founder of the Hilton Hotels chain, grandfather of Paris Hilton

Joseph Conrad

Writer

1857

Polish-British novelist, master of English prose, author of Heart of Darkness, Lord Jim, and The Secret Agent

Conrad Birdie Fictional

Entertainer

Fictional rock star character in the Broadway musical and film Bye Bye Birdie (1960/1963), a parody of Elvis Presley

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #470
Total SSA Count: 654
Cultural Origins: German English Polish American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Con Connie Cord

Pairs Well With

Conrad James Conrad William Conrad Edward Conrad Thomas Conrad Alexander Conrad Henry Conrad Joseph

Sibling Names

Oliver Edmund Benedict Cecilia Harriet Adelaide Walter

Also a Girl Name

Conrad is also used as a girl name, ranked #67836.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Conrad

What does the name Conrad mean?

"bold counsel" (from Old High German). "brave advisor" (from Germanic). Conrad derives from the Old High German 'Kuonrat,' a compound of 'kuon' (bold, brave, experienced) and 'rad' (counsel, advice), meaning bold counsel or brave advisor. The name was popular among Holy Roman Emperors and German nobility in the medieval period. Conrad I was King of Germany in the 10th century, and the name spread throughout Europe via German influence.

What is the origin of the name Conrad?

Conrad has Old High German, Germanic, German, English, Polish, and American origins. In Old High German, it means "bold counsel". In Germanic, it means "brave advisor".

Is Conrad a boy or girl name?

Conrad is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #470. As a girl name, it is ranked #67836. Conrad is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Conrad?

Conrad is pronounced k-AHNR-ad.

How popular is the name Conrad?

Conrad is currently ranked #470 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Conrad?

Common nicknames for Conrad include Con, Connie, and Cord.

What are good middle names for Conrad?

Popular middle name pairings include Conrad James, Conrad William, Conrad Edward, Conrad Thomas, Conrad Alexander, Conrad Henry, and Conrad Joseph.

What are good sibling names for Conrad?

Names that pair well with Conrad as siblings include Oliver, Edmund, Benedict, Cecilia, Harriet, Adelaide, and Walter.

How many syllables does Conrad have?

Conrad has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Conrad a common or rare name?

Conrad is a popular name, ranked #470 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.

About the Name Conrad

Conrad is a boy name with German, English, Polish, and American origins . The name means "bold counsel" in Old High German .

Is Conrad a boy or girl name? Conrad is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #470 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #67,836. Conrad is more commonly used as a boy name.

Conrad is currently ranked #470 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Conrad has 2 syllables and is pronounced k-AHNR-ad, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Conrad include Con, Connie, and Cord. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.