Steven
Steven is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Crown, garland, or honor.
Origin and history
Steven is derived from the Greek name Stephanos, meaning crown or wreath. While predominantly given to males, it has historically recorded occasional usage for females in the United States. Today, female usage of Steven is extremely rare.
Popularity in the United States
4,466 babies in the United States have been named Steven since 1880. It ranks #2624 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (27.5 %)
- NY (17.2 %)
- IL (10.5 %)
- TX (9.2 %)
- OH (7.8 %)
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 | 147 |
| 1950-1960 | 611 |
| 1960-1970 | 957 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,091 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,168 |
| 1990-2000 | 357 |
| 2000-2010 | 125 |
| 2010-2019 | 10 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Steve, Stevie
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Greek word 'stephanos', referring to a victorious wreath or crown worn at ancient games.
- Although overwhelmingly masculine in modern usage, over 4,000 females in the United States have been named Steven since 1880.