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Origin(s)
PronunciationSTEE-vin / /ˈstiːvən/Greek; Hebrew
Meaning
Greek: crown; Hebrew: he who is crowned
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Steven is derived from the Greek name 'Stephanos', which means 'crown' or 'garland'. It has been a popular name in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts due to Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr. The name has seen widespread use in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages. Variants of the name have appeared in many languages, reflecting its broad appeal.
Trend Summary
The name Steven has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1960s and 1970s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Stephen
- Stefan
- Stefano
International Variants
- Esteban (Spanish)
- Stefanos (Greek)
- Stefaan (Dutch)
Famous people named Steven
Steven Spielberg is a renowned American filmmaker known for directing iconic films such as 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' and 'Jurassic Park'.
Steven Hawking was a theoretical physicist and cosmologist, famous for his work on black holes and authoring 'A Brief History of Time'.
Steven Tyler is the lead singer of the rock band Aerosmith, known for his distinctive voice and energetic performances.
Steven Gerrard is a former professional footballer and manager, celebrated for his time at Liverpool FC and contributions to the England national team.
Fictional characters named Steven
Steven Universe is the main character in the animated series 'Steven Universe', known for his adventures and growth as a half-human, half-Gem.
Steven Hyde is a character from the television series 'That '70s Show', recognized for his laid-back personality and friendship with the main cast.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Steven was first seen in the United States in 1880. Steven has ranked as high as #17 nationally, which occurred in 1956, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Steven has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Steven (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 168 | |
TX | 126 | |
NY | 83 | |
FL | 73 | |
PA | 63 | |
OH | 54 | |
NC | 48 | |
TN | 46 | |
GA | 42 | |
IL | 33 | |
VA | 33 | |
MI | 32 | |
MD | 29 | |
AL | 27 | |
MA | 27 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 17 |
1881 | 15 |
1882 | 22 |
1883 | 13 |
1884 | 20 |
1885 | 21 |
1886 | 20 |
1887 | 15 |
1888 | 20 |
1889 | 14 |
1890 | 20 |
1891 | 18 |
1892 | 21 |
1893 | 20 |
1894 | 13 |
1895 | 16 |
1896 | 17 |
1897 | 17 |
1898 | 26 |
1899 | 18 |
1900 | 42 |
1901 | 24 |
1902 | 32 |
1903 | 25 |
1904 | 25 |
1905 | 25 |
1906 | 34 |
1907 | 36 |
1908 | 40 |
1909 | 55 |
1910 | 66 |
1911 | 74 |
1912 | 151 |
1913 | 177 |
1914 | 253 |
1915 | 298 |
1916 | 367 |
1917 | 385 |
1918 | 378 |
1919 | 381 |
1920 | 418 |
1921 | 430 |
1922 | 395 |
1923 | 347 |
1924 | 321 |
1925 | 398 |
1926 | 348 |
1927 | 336 |
1928 | 350 |
1929 | 296 |
1930 | 311 |
1931 | 292 |
1932 | 325 |
1933 | 296 |
1934 | 322 |
1935 | 409 |
1936 | 443 |
1937 | 534 |
1938 | 772 |
1939 | 1,130 |
1940 | 1,569 |
1941 | 2,468 |
1942 | 3,505 |
1943 | 4,267 |
1944 | 5,113 |
1945 | 5,974 |
1946 | 8,878 |
1947 | 13,529 |
1948 | 15,979 |
1949 | 19,923 |
1950 | 23,250 |
1951 | 28,363 |
1952 | 32,037 |
1953 | 33,724 |
1954 | 36,630 |
1955 | 37,841 |
1956 | 38,410 |
1957 | 36,844 |
1958 | 32,963 |
1959 | 33,595 |
1960 | 33,875 |
1961 | 32,273 |
1962 | 30,686 |
1963 | 29,322 |
1964 | 29,709 |
1965 | 27,977 |
1966 | 27,699 |
1967 | 27,030 |
1968 | 25,493 |
1969 | 26,535 |
1970 | 26,795 |
1971 | 23,683 |
1972 | 19,853 |
1973 | 17,177 |
1974 | 17,667 |
1975 | 17,054 |
1976 | 16,652 |
1977 | 16,489 |
1978 | 16,391 |
1979 | 16,335 |
1980 | 15,919 |
1981 | 16,484 |
1982 | 17,148 |
1983 | 18,311 |
1984 | 18,219 |
1985 | 18,728 |
1986 | 18,099 |
1987 | 17,769 |
1988 | 17,864 |
1989 | 18,929 |
1990 | 18,763 |
1991 | 16,861 |
1992 | 15,040 |
1993 | 13,473 |
1994 | 12,088 |
1995 | 10,660 |
1996 | 9,649 |
1997 | 8,766 |
1998 | 8,115 |
1999 | 7,689 |
2000 | 7,362 |
2001 | 6,589 |
2002 | 6,222 |
2003 | 5,860 |
2004 | 5,356 |
2005 | 5,079 |
2006 | 4,823 |
2007 | 4,556 |
2008 | 4,228 |
2009 | 3,833 |
2010 | 3,436 |
2011 | 3,211 |
2012 | 3,240 |
2013 | 2,889 |
2014 | 2,809 |
2015 | 2,715 |
2016 | 2,400 |
2017 | 2,167 |
2018 | 2,044 |
2019 | 1,978 |
2020 | 1,679 |
2021 | 1,512 |
2022 | 1,350 |
2023 | 1,394 |
2024 | 1,284 |