Conceicao

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Conceicao is a Christian girl name of Portuguese, from Latin conceptio origin, meaning “Conception”.

MeaningConception
GenderGirl
OriginPortuguese, from Latin conceptio
Pronunciationkohn-say-SOWN
TraditionChristian
Used inPortugal, Brazil

Meaning and origin of Conceicao

Conceição, written with a cedilla and tilde in Portuguese, means 'conception' and comes from Latin conceptio. It is a devotional name taken from the Catholic title Nossa Senhora da Conceição, Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, who is patron of Portugal. Like other Marian titles it was often given as Maria da Conceição and then used on its own.

Is Conceicao a Christian name?

Conceição is a Catholic Marian name referring to the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary, a feast kept on 8 December. It is the Portuguese counterpart of the Spanish Concepción.

How popular is Conceicao?

A traditional name more common among older generations in Portugal and Brazil.

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Spellings and variants of Conceicao

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Conceicao mean?

Conceicao means 'Conception'. It is of Portuguese, from Latin conceptio origin.

Is Conceicao a Christian name?

Conceição is a Catholic Marian name referring to the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary, a feast kept on 8 December. It is the Portuguese counterpart of the Spanish Concepción.

How do you pronounce Conceicao?

Conceicao is pronounced kohn-say-SOWN.

Is Conceicao a boy or girl name?

Conceicao is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.