Estevan
Estevan is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Crown, wreath, or that which surrounds.
Origin and history
Estevan is the archaic Spanish spelling of Stephen, derived from the Greek name Stephanos. It has maintained a steady presence in the United States, particularly within Hispanic communities. While standard modern Spanish uses Esteban, Estevan remains a recognizable regional variant.
Popularity in the United States
8,956 babies in the United States have been named Estevan since 1880. It ranks #1276 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1512.
States where it is most popular
- CA (39.6 %)
- TX (30.4 %)
- NM (12.2 %)
- AZ (8.8 %)
- CO (2.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 49 |
| 1920-1930 | 154 |
| 1930-1940 | 150 |
| 1940-1950 | 151 |
| 1950-1960 | 184 |
| 1960-1970 | 274 |
| 1970-1980 | 614 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,236 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,229 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,278 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,214 |
| 2020-2029 | 418 |
Famous people named Estevan
- Estevan Oriol: Photographer, Director
Nicknames
Estevi
Fun facts
- Estevan represents an older Spanish spelling of Esteban, reflecting historical orthographic variations.
- The name is reflected in place names across the American Southwest and western Canada, such as the city of Estevan in Saskatchewan.