Stephanie
Stephanie is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Crown, garland, or that which surrounds.
Origin and history
Stephanie is a feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from Stephanos, meaning crown or garland. It became exceedingly popular in the United States during the late 20th century, peaking as a top female name in the 1970s and 1980s. Though its usage has declined in recent years, it remains a classic and recognizable name.
Popularity in the United States
745,148 babies in the United States have been named Stephanie since 1880. It ranks #31 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #472.
States where it is most popular
- CA (13.7 %)
- TX (8.3 %)
- NY (7.7 %)
- IL (4.8 %)
- PA (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 100 |
| 1900-1910 | 363 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,673 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,988 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,603 |
| 1940-1950 | 11,936 |
| 1950-1960 | 35,557 |
| 1960-1970 | 92,821 |
| 1970-1980 | 160,468 |
| 1980-1990 | 218,173 |
| 1990-2000 | 149,836 |
| 2000-2010 | 49,960 |
| 2010-2019 | 15,843 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,827 |
Famous people named Stephanie
- Stephanie Graf: Tennis Player, Athlete
- Stephanie Meyer: Author, Producer
- Stephanie Beatriz: Actress, Voice Actress
Nicknames
Steph, Stephie, Steffi
Fun facts
- Stephanie developed as the French feminine form (Stéphanie) of the original Greek name Stephanos.
- Stephanie was a top 10 girl name in the United States throughout the late 1970s and 1980s.