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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Bold counsel
- Origin
- German
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KAHN-rad
Conrad is a German boy's name pronounced KAHN-rad, and it means "bold counsel." It has a classic, vintage feel, the kind of name that sounds at home in an old photograph but still wears easily today.
Meaning & Origin of Conrad
Meaning: Bold counsel.
Origin: German.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Conrad
KAHN-radIPA /ˈkɑːnræd/
Popularity of Conrad
Conrad peaked at #213 in 1931, when 584 boys were given the name. In 2024 it ranked #469 with 654 babies, so more boys were named Conrad last year than at the peak, even though it sits lower on the chart.
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FAQ
What does the name Conrad mean?
Bold counsel. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Conrad?
Conrad is pronounced KAHN-rad (IPA: /ˈkɑːnræd/).
Is Conrad a popular name right now?
Conrad peaked at #213 in 1931 and is ranked #469 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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