Stephani
Stephani is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Crown or garland.
Origin and history
Stephani is a variant spelling of Stephanie, derived from the Greek name Stephanos meaning 'crown' or 'garland'. While Stephanie became exceptionally popular in the late 20th century, this particular spelling remains relatively uncommon in the United States. It offers a slightly distinctive ending while retaining the traditional pronunciation.
Popularity in the United States
5,305 babies in the United States have been named Stephani since 1880. It ranks #2374 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2076.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28.9 %)
- NY (22.7 %)
- TX (14.6 %)
- MI (5.3 %)
- IL (5.1 %)
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 | 68 |
| 1950-1960 | 180 |
| 1960-1970 | 608 |
| 1970-1980 | 886 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,819 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,089 |
| 2000-2010 | 477 |
| 2010-2019 | 153 |
| 2020-2029 | 25 |
Nicknames
Steph, Stephie, Steffi
Fun facts
- Stephani trades the traditional French '-ie' ending for an '-i', giving it a modern and streamlined look.
- The root name Stephanos was historically used to refer to a crown or wreath given to victors in ancient Greece.