Girl · 1343rd of 27,321
Stephaine
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
4,165
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1983
Peak Popularity Year
195
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Stephaine stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Stephaine originates from the Greek name Stephanos, meaning 'crown' or 'garland', symbolizing honor. It has evolved through various forms such as Stefanos and Stefanie. The name has gained popularity since the 20th century as a feminine variant of Stephen, and is perceived as elegant and sophisticated. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/stəˈfeɪn/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Stephaine is derived from the Greek name 'Stephanos', which means 'crown' or 'garland'. It signifies honor and reward.
Meaning
crown, garland, honor
Language Evolution
Stephanos, Stefanos, Stefanie, Stephaine
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of the male name Stephen.
Variants & Derivatives
Stephanie, Stefanie, Stef, Steph
Modern Popularity & Image
Stephaine is viewed as a modern and elegant name, often associated with grace and sophistication.
Famous People
Stephaine Meyer, Stephaine M. Johnson
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 195 peak births in 1983
Geographic Spread
Popular across 28 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 46 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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Steffenie
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Stehpanie
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Stepahanie
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Stepanie
Stepfanie
Stephanee
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Stephani
Stephanie
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Stephenee
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Stpehanie
Stphanie
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2455th of 12526 | 399 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1132nd of 19264 | 1,699 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1343rd of 27321 | 1,819 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7537th of 35406 | 238 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 26286th of 30306 | 10 |