Konrad

Pronunciation: [ k-AHNR-uhd ]

Boy Name #1,899 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A medieval royal name of bold, enduring strength

German Polish Scandinavian Czech

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Meaning & Origin

"bold counsel, brave advisor"

Origin: Germanic

Language: German

"brave in counsel"

Origin: Old High German

Language: German

The Story of Konrad

Konrad is the traditional Germanic spelling of Conrad, derived from the Old High German elements kuoni meaning brave or bold and rat meaning counsel or advice. The name thus means brave advisor or bold counsel. It has been a royal and noble name in the Holy Roman Empire, borne by several medieval German kings and a line of Holy Roman Emperors named Konrad.

Konrad remains popular in German-speaking countries, Poland, and Scandinavia. In the English-speaking world, the Conrad spelling is more common, but Konrad appeals to families with Central European heritage seeking authenticity.

Several Holy Roman Emperors bore the name Konrad, including Konrad I and Konrad II (who was crowned in 1027). The Polish form Konrad is associated with the great Romantic poet Adam Mickiewicz's hero Konrad Wallenrod.

Fun Facts

Konrad Adenauer was the first Chancellor of West Germany (1949-1963), known as der Alte (the Old One)
The name was borne by four Holy Roman Emperors in the medieval period
Joseph Conrad, the novelist, was born Józef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski

Konrad in Other Languages

Czech Konrád

French Conrad

Polish Konrad

English Conrad

Italian Corrado

Famous People Named Konrad

Konrad Lorenz

Scientist

1903

Austrian ethologist and Nobel Prize winner, founder of the science of animal behavior

Konrad Adenauer

Politician

1876

First Chancellor of West Germany (1949-1963), one of the founders of modern Europe

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #1,899
Total SSA Count: 84
Cultural Origins: German Polish Scandinavian Czech
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Koni Rad

Pairs Well With

Konrad Wilhelm Konrad Heinrich Konrad Friedrich Konrad Erik Konrad Lukas Konrad Sebastian

Sibling Names

Klaus Gertrude Wilhelm Liesel Friedrich Elsa

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Frequently Asked Questions About Konrad

What does the name Konrad mean?

"bold counsel, brave advisor" (from Germanic). "brave in counsel" (from Old High German). Konrad is the traditional Germanic spelling of Conrad, derived from the Old High German elements kuoni meaning brave or bold and rat meaning counsel or advice. The name thus means brave advisor or bold counsel. It has been a royal and noble name in the Holy Roman Empire, borne by several medieval German kings and a line of Holy Roman Emperors named Konrad.

What is the origin of the name Konrad?

Konrad has Germanic, Old High German, German, Polish, Scandinavian, and Czech origins. In Germanic, it means "bold counsel, brave advisor". In Old High German, it means "brave in counsel".

Is Konrad a boy or girl name?

Konrad is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Konrad?

Konrad is pronounced k-AHNR-uhd.

How popular is the name Konrad?

Konrad is currently ranked #1899 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Konrad?

Common nicknames for Konrad include Koni and Rad.

What are good middle names for Konrad?

Popular middle name pairings include Konrad Wilhelm, Konrad Heinrich, Konrad Friedrich, Konrad Erik, Konrad Lukas, and Konrad Sebastian.

What are good sibling names for Konrad?

Names that pair well with Konrad as siblings include Klaus, Gertrude, Wilhelm, Liesel, Friedrich, and Elsa.

How many syllables does Konrad have?

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

Is Konrad a common or rare name?

Konrad is an uncommon name, ranked #1899 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Konrad

Konrad is a boy name with German, Polish, Scandinavian, and Czech origins . The name means "bold counsel, brave advisor" in Germanic .

Konrad is currently ranked #1,899 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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

Common nicknames for Konrad include Koni and Rad. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.