Stephen
Stephen is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Crown, garland, or honor.
Origin and history
Stephen is derived from the Greek name Stephanos, meaning 'wreath' or 'crown'. Although predominantly given to males, it has historically appeared as a rare choice for females in the United States. In modern usage, feminine variants like Stephanie or Stephenie are much more common.
Popularity in the United States
2,930 babies in the United States have been named Stephen since 1880. It ranks #3276 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (30.5 %)
- NY (21.2 %)
- TX (12.5 %)
- PA (7.9 %)
- MA (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 51 |
| 1920-1930 | 74 |
| 1930-1940 | 80 |
| 1940-1950 | 238 |
| 1950-1960 | 351 |
| 1960-1970 | 477 |
| 1970-1980 | 652 |
| 1980-1990 | 738 |
| 1990-2000 | 220 |
| 2000-2010 | 49 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Steve, Stevie, Steph
Fun facts
- Derived from the Greek word 'stephanos', which referred to the victor's crown of laurel leaves.
- Unlike most English words with 'ph', Stephen is traditionally pronounced with a 'v' sound rather than an 'f' sound.