Stephene Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: steh-FEEN //stəˈfiːn//
Origin: French; English
Meaning: Crown; garland
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Stephene is derived from the Greek name Stephanos, which means "crown" or "garland." The Greek word 'stephanos' is rooted in the verb 'stephanoo,' meaning "to crown" or "to encircle," reflecting the significance of crowns in ancient Greek culture as symbols of honor and victory. This name was adopted into Latin as Stephanus, which subsequently influenced various forms in different languages, including Old French and Middle English, before evolving into the modern English form, Stephene.
Historically, the name is closely associated with Saint Stephen, who is recognized as the first Christian martyr. His story is recounted in the New Testament, particularly in the Acts of the Apostles, where he is depicted as a deacon in the early Church around the 1st century CE.
The veneration of Saint Stephen contributed to the name's prominence in Christian communities, particularly during the Middle Ages, when it became a popular choice for boys and girls alike, often celebrated on his feast day, December 26. Culturally, the name Stephene carries connotations of honor and virtue, reflecting the qualities associated with a crown.
It has been used in various forms across different cultures, often linked to themes of leadership and nobility. The diminutive form, Stephanie, has also gained traction in various cultures, further extending the name's legacy.
The enduring nature of Stephene can be attributed to its rich historical roots and the positive associations tied to its meaning, making it a name that resonates with notions of dignity and respect.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Stephene was first seen in the United States in 1951.
Stephene has ranked as high as #1058 nationally, which occurred in 1973, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Stephene has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Stephene is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Stephene was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Stephene
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Stephene.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1951 | 5 |