Steffan
Steffan is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Crown, garland, or honor.
Origin and history
Steffan is the Welsh form of the name Stephen, ultimately originating from the Greek name Stephanos. It means 'crown' or 'wreath'. In the United States, it is a relatively rare masculine name that offers an alternative spelling and flavor to traditional Stephen or Stefan.
Popularity in the United States
1,405 babies in the United States have been named Steffan since 1880. It ranks #3314 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1885.
States where it is most popular
- CA (38.2 %)
- TX (17.4 %)
- NY (11.2 %)
- FL (7.3 %)
- OK (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 32 |
| 1960-1970 | 121 |
| 1970-1980 | 139 |
| 1980-1990 | 380 |
| 1990-2000 | 456 |
| 2000-2010 | 135 |
| 2010-2019 | 100 |
| 2020-2029 | 42 |
Famous people named Steffan
- Steffan Rhodri: Actor
Nicknames
Stef, Steve
Fun facts
- Steffan is the traditional Welsh equivalent of the English name Stephen.
- The name stems from the ancient Greek word stephanos, referring to the wreath or crown awarded to victors.