Stefania Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsteh-FAH-nyah / /stɛˈfɑː.ni.ə/Italian; Greek
Meaning
Italian: crowned; Greek: crown
Historical & Cultural Background
Stefania is the feminine form of the name Stefano, which is derived from the Greek name Stephanos. The name has been popular in Italy and among Italian-speaking communities. It has historical significance due to its association with saints and royalty, particularly Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr. The name has seen variations across different cultures and languages.
Trend Summary
Stefania has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Stefanie
- Stefany
- Stefana
International Variants
- Stefania (Italian)
- Stefanie (German)
- Stefany (Spanish)
- Stefana (Slavic)
Famous people named Stefania
Stefania Sandrelli is an Italian actress known for her roles in classic Italian cinema.
Stefania Ferrario is an Australian model and activist recognized for her work in promoting body positivity.
Stefania D'Alessandro is an Italian artist celebrated for her contemporary art installations.
Stefania Rocca is an Italian actress acclaimed for her performances in both film and television.
Fictional characters named Stefania
Stefania is a character in the novel 'The Betrothed' by Alessandro Manzoni, representing themes of love and sacrifice.
Stefania is a character in the animated series 'Winx Club', known for her magical abilities and friendship with the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Stefania was first seen in the United States in 1901. Stefania has ranked as high as #1282 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Stefania has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Stefania (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 9 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1908 | 7 |
| 1909 | 11 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 20 |
| 1914 | 26 |
| 1915 | 24 |
| 1916 | 37 |
| 1917 | 38 |
| 1918 | 36 |
| 1919 | 39 |
| 1920 | 36 |
| 1921 | 23 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 13 |
| 1924 | 17 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 28 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 27 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1979 | 28 |
| 1980 | 28 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1982 | 36 |
| 1983 | 32 |
| 1984 | 32 |
| 1985 | 34 |
| 1986 | 33 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 38 |
| 1989 | 43 |
| 1990 | 39 |
| 1991 | 56 |
| 1992 | 59 |
| 1993 | 41 |
| 1994 | 51 |
| 1995 | 34 |
| 1996 | 43 |
| 1997 | 45 |
| 1998 | 34 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 51 |
| 2001 | 58 |
| 2002 | 50 |
| 2003 | 51 |
| 2004 | 60 |
| 2005 | 43 |
| 2006 | 47 |
| 2007 | 41 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 48 |
| 2010 | 46 |
| 2011 | 40 |
| 2012 | 42 |
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 46 |
| 2016 | 49 |
| 2017 | 34 |
| 2018 | 50 |
| 2019 | 46 |
| 2020 | 38 |
| 2021 | 48 |
| 2022 | 36 |
| 2023 | 56 |
| 2024 | 46 |