Conrad: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced KAHN-rad · 2 syllables
Conrad means “bold, brave; counsel”, from Germanic.
A variant of German Konrad, ultimately from Proto-West Germanic *Konirad, from *koni (“bold, brave”) + *rad (“counsel”). Cognate of Old English Cenred, Dutch Koenraad and Icelandic Konrad.
- Meaning
- bold, brave; counsel
- Origin
- Germanic
- Pronunciation
- KAHN-rad
- US rank (2025)
- #417
- US babies a year
- about 608 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1930
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback, Rising, Classic
How popular is Conrad?
Conrad was the #417 name in the US in 2025, given to 770 babies. It’s rising: up 71% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1930.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #417 |
| England & Wales | #922 |
| Scotland | #599 |
| Ireland | #417 |
| Norway | #241 |
| Canada | #883 |
How old are people named Conrad?
Half of US adults named Conrad are older than 53; most are between 21 and 86. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Conrad
What does the name Conrad mean?
Conrad means “bold, brave; counsel”. It comes from Germanic.
How do you pronounce Conrad?
Conrad is pronounced KAHN-rad.
How popular is the name Conrad?
Conrad was the #417 name in the US in 2025, given to 770 babies. It’s rising: up 71% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1930.
How old are people named Conrad?
Half of US adults named Conrad are older than 53. Most are between 21 and 86.