Stephen Name Origin
/STEE-vin/-
British (Celtic) 50%
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American (Anglo-Saxon) 30%
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Canadian (Anglo-Saxon) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: Stephen
- Last Name: N/A
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
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Name Origin
The name Stephen is derived from the Greek name Stephanos, meaning 'crown' or 'wreath'. It became popular in Christian tradition due to Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr. The name has been widely used in English-speaking countries and has variations across Europe.
Name Trends
This chart shows how many babies were given the name Stephen each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).