Steve
Steve is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Crown, garland, or honor.
Origin and history
Steve is a English short form of Steven or Stephen, which originates from the Greek name Stephanos. Historically very popular in the mid-20th century, it became a common standalone name in the United States. Today it is used less frequently for newborns but remains familiar across generations.
Popularity in the United States
241,224 babies in the United States have been named Steve since 1880. It ranks #163 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1250.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.3 %)
- TX (6.4 %)
- OH (6 %)
- IL (6 %)
- PA (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 618 |
| 1890-1900 | 752 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,307 |
| 1910-1920 | 9,638 |
| 1920-1930 | 11,354 |
| 1930-1940 | 8,572 |
| 1940-1950 | 36,286 |
| 1950-1960 | 64,212 |
| 1960-1970 | 65,619 |
| 1970-1980 | 16,652 |
| 1980-1990 | 10,392 |
| 1990-2000 | 7,654 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,097 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,348 |
| 2020-2029 | 723 |
Famous people named Steve
- Steve Jobs: Entrepreneur, Inventor
- Steve Carell: Actor, Comedian
- Steve Martin: Actor, Comedian
Fun facts
- While originally a short form for Stephen or Steven, Steve gained popularity as an independent given name in the 20th century.
- It traces back to the ancient Greek word 'stephanos', referring to a victorious crown or wreath.