Stellan
Stellan is a boy's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Calm, peaceful, or still.
Origin and history
Stellan is a masculine name of Scandinavian origin, likely related to the Old Norse word for 'calm' or 'peaceful'. It has steadily gained traction in the United States in recent years, favored for its sleek, modern Scandinavian sound. Though historically rare in the U.S., its popularity has surged significantly since 2020.
Popularity in the United States
1,577 babies in the United States have been named Stellan since 1880. It ranks #3171 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1237.
States where it is most popular
- CA (38.8 %)
- NY (10.4 %)
- TX (10.4 %)
- WA (8.9 %)
- MN (6.7 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 13 |
| 2000-2010 | 129 |
| 2010-2019 | 695 |
| 2020-2029 | 740 |
Famous people named Stellan
- Stellan Skarsgård: Actor
Fun facts
- The name Stellan has long roots in Sweden, dating back several centuries.
- Nearly half of all U.S. births registered with the name Stellan since 1880 occurred after 2020.