Concepcion
Concepcion is a Christian girl name of Spanish, from Latin origin, meaning “Conception (of the Virgin Mary)”.
| Meaning | Conception (of the Virgin Mary) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Spanish, from Latin |
| Pronunciation | kon-sep-SYOHN |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Philippines, Chile |
Meaning and origin of Concepcion
Concepción refers to the Immaculate Conception, the Catholic teaching that Mary was conceived without original sin, celebrated on 8 December. As a name it is a short form of María de la Concepción, and its nicknames Concha, Conchita and Chona are often used in daily life. Spain has long had a special devotion to the Immaculate Conception, and several Latin American cities bear the name.
Is Concepcion a Christian name?
Concepción is a Marian name honouring the Immaculate Conception, whose feast on 8 December is a holiday in Spain and many Latin American countries.
How popular is Concepcion?
A traditional name, now mostly found among older women.
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Spellings and variants of Concepcion
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Concepcion mean?
Concepcion means 'Conception (of the Virgin Mary)'. It is of Spanish, from Latin origin.
Is Concepcion a Christian name?
Concepción is a Marian name honouring the Immaculate Conception, whose feast on 8 December is a holiday in Spain and many Latin American countries.
How do you pronounce Concepcion?
Concepcion is pronounced kon-sep-SYOHN.
Is Concepcion a boy or girl name?
Concepcion is usually a girl name.