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Origin(s)
PronunciationSTEE-vən / /ˈstiː.vən/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: crown; Latin: to crown
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Stephen has its roots in the Greek name 'Stephanos', which means 'crown' or 'garland'. It has been a popular name in Christian tradition, largely due to Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr. The name has been widely used across various cultures and languages, often associated with leadership and honor. Its usage has persisted through centuries, making it a classic choice in many societies.
Trend Summary
The name Stephen has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century and gradually declining since.
Similar Names
Variants
- Steven
- Stefan
- Stefano
International Variants
- Esteban (Spanish)
- Stefanos (Greek)
- Stef (Dutch)
- Stefano (Italian)
Famous people named Stephen
Stephen Hawking was a renowned theoretical physicist known for his work on black holes and cosmology.
Stephen King is a bestselling author famous for his horror novels, including 'It' and 'The Shining'.
Stephen Curry is a professional basketball player recognized for his exceptional shooting skills in the NBA.
Stephen Colbert is a television host and comedian known for his satirical news program, 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert'.
Fictional characters named Stephen
Stephen Strange is the main character in the Marvel Comics universe, known as Doctor Strange, a sorcerer who protects Earth from mystical threats.
Stephen Dedalus is a character in James Joyce's novel 'A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man', representing the author's own experiences and artistic development.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Stephen was first seen in the United States in 1880. Stephen has ranked as high as #35 nationally, which occurred in 1952, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Stephen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Stephen (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 90 | |
CA | 65 | |
NY | 54 | |
FL | 43 | |
PA | 42 | |
NC | 42 | |
VA | 33 | |
OH | 33 | |
GA | 32 | |
SC | 31 | |
IN | 26 | |
TN | 24 | |
IL | 22 | |
LA | 22 | |
AZ | 21 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 176 |
1881 | 147 |
1882 | 201 |
1883 | 140 |
1884 | 165 |
1885 | 158 |
1886 | 181 |
1887 | 165 |
1888 | 187 |
1889 | 164 |
1890 | 156 |
1891 | 140 |
1892 | 178 |
1893 | 175 |
1894 | 174 |
1895 | 179 |
1896 | 164 |
1897 | 194 |
1898 | 195 |
1899 | 178 |
1900 | 181 |
1901 | 158 |
1902 | 210 |
1903 | 200 |
1904 | 178 |
1905 | 246 |
1906 | 207 |
1907 | 273 |
1908 | 280 |
1909 | 314 |
1910 | 350 |
1911 | 486 |
1912 | 928 |
1913 | 1,097 |
1914 | 1,486 |
1915 | 1,850 |
1916 | 1,877 |
1917 | 1,892 |
1918 | 1,843 |
1919 | 1,694 |
1920 | 1,771 |
1921 | 1,868 |
1922 | 1,722 |
1923 | 1,605 |
1924 | 1,636 |
1925 | 1,482 |
1926 | 1,335 |
1927 | 1,446 |
1928 | 1,336 |
1929 | 1,356 |
1930 | 1,257 |
1931 | 1,334 |
1932 | 1,389 |
1933 | 1,321 |
1934 | 1,424 |
1935 | 1,650 |
1936 | 1,862 |
1937 | 2,133 |
1938 | 2,726 |
1939 | 3,176 |
1940 | 4,422 |
1941 | 5,811 |
1942 | 7,503 |
1943 | 7,931 |
1944 | 7,795 |
1945 | 8,639 |
1946 | 11,833 |
1947 | 15,328 |
1948 | 17,060 |
1949 | 20,488 |
1950 | 20,511 |
1951 | 22,472 |
1952 | 23,054 |
1953 | 21,808 |
1954 | 21,879 |
1955 | 22,155 |
1956 | 21,204 |
1957 | 19,727 |
1958 | 17,961 |
1959 | 16,505 |
1960 | 16,263 |
1961 | 16,061 |
1962 | 15,615 |
1963 | 14,993 |
1964 | 14,967 |
1965 | 14,649 |
1966 | 14,743 |
1967 | 15,088 |
1968 | 14,762 |
1969 | 15,090 |
1970 | 14,760 |
1971 | 13,101 |
1972 | 11,037 |
1973 | 9,958 |
1974 | 10,101 |
1975 | 9,733 |
1976 | 9,726 |
1977 | 9,636 |
1978 | 9,855 |
1979 | 9,905 |
1980 | 10,063 |
1981 | 10,302 |
1982 | 10,631 |
1983 | 11,564 |
1984 | 12,096 |
1985 | 12,210 |
1986 | 11,875 |
1987 | 11,551 |
1988 | 11,607 |
1989 | 11,736 |
1990 | 11,943 |
1991 | 10,526 |
1992 | 9,308 |
1993 | 8,370 |
1994 | 7,482 |
1995 | 6,556 |
1996 | 6,008 |
1997 | 5,415 |
1998 | 5,013 |
1999 | 4,543 |
2000 | 4,137 |
2001 | 3,738 |
2002 | 3,349 |
2003 | 3,142 |
2004 | 2,851 |
2005 | 2,745 |
2006 | 2,552 |
2007 | 2,375 |
2008 | 2,092 |
2009 | 1,920 |
2010 | 1,820 |
2011 | 1,579 |
2012 | 1,568 |
2013 | 1,452 |
2014 | 1,452 |
2015 | 1,496 |
2016 | 1,379 |
2017 | 1,333 |
2018 | 1,245 |
2019 | 1,094 |
2020 | 1,023 |
2021 | 958 |
2022 | 918 |
2023 | 898 |
2024 | 864 |