"bold counsel, brave advisor"
Origin: Germanic
Language: German
Konrad
Pronunciation: [ k-AHNR-uhd ]
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Meaning & Origin
"brave in counsel"
Origin: Old High German
Language: German
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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.
Historical Record
Konrad first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 3,720 babies have been named Konrad in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Konrad is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,899 for boy names in the US .
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
Popularity Over Time
#1,899
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Konrad
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Konrad Lorenz
Scientist
1903
Austrian ethologist and Nobel Prize winner, founder of the science of animal behavior
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Konrad Adenauer
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1876
First Chancellor of West Germany (1949-1963), one of the founders of modern Europe
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- 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
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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.
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