Girl · 6th of 27,321
Stephanie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
747,234
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1990
Peak Popularity Year
24,966
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Stephanie 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
The name Stephanie has Greek origins, meaning 'crown' or 'garland'. It has evolved through various languages, including Latin and Old French. The name is associated with honor and victory and gained popularity in the Christian context during the Middle Ages. It has no direct biblical relevance, but it is linked to Saint Stephen. Today, Stephanie is perceived as a sophisticated name, with several variants and notable bearers.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈstɛfəni/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Stephanie is derived from the Greek name 'Stephanos', which means 'crown' or 'garland'. It was used in ancient times to denote honor and victory.
Meaning
crown, garland
Language Evolution
Stephanos (Greek), Stefanos (Latin), Stefanie (Old French), Stephanie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Stephanie gained popularity in the Christian world during the Middle Ages due to its association with Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr.
Variants & Derivatives
Stefanie, Stevie, Stef, Fanny
Modern Popularity & Image
In modern times, Stephanie is seen as a classic yet fashionable name. It evokes a sense of sophistication and elegance.
Famous People
Stephanie Meyer, author of the Twilight series, Stephanie McMahon, WWE executive, Stephanie Beatriz, actress known for her role in Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 24,966 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Delaware
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 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
Stefhanie
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Stepahnie
Stepanie
Stepfanie
Stephaine
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Stephani
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Stephenee
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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 11 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2824th of 7552 | 161 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1097th of 10718 | 895 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1105th of 16616 | 1,393 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6205th of 24088 | 189 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 410th of 9107 | 4,778 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 378th of 9204 | 5,942 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 109th of 12526 | 75,476 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11th of 19264 | 239,025 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6th of 27321 | 324,210 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 49th of 35406 | 82,447 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 313th of 30306 | 12,594 |