Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Stevie originates from the Greek name 'Stephanos', meaning 'crown' or 'garland'. Over time, it evolved through Latin and Old French into the modern English form. The name is commonly associated with creativity and has biblical relevance as it relates to Saint Stephen, the first martyr in Christianity.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈstiːvi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Stevie is a diminutive form of the name Stephen, which is derived from the Greek name 'Stephanos', meaning 'crown' or 'garland'.
Meaning
crown, garland
Language Evolution
Stephanos (Greek), Stefan (Latin), Stephen (Old French), Stevie (Modern English)
Biblical Background
The name Stephen is significant in the New Testament as Stephen was the first Christian martyr.
Historical Usage
The name Stevie gained popularity in the 20th century, especially as a nickname for Stephen and related names, often reflecting a casual or affectionate tone.
Variants & Derivatives
Stephen, Stefan, Stef, Stevie
Modern Popularity & Image
Stevie is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with creativity and talent, particularly in music.
Famous People
Stevie Wonder, Stevie Nicks, Stevie Ray Vaughan
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,502 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 49 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4708th of 7545 | 39 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2174th of 6773 | 215 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 445th of 7552 | 5,318 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 533rd of 10718 | 3,684 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 913th of 16616 | 1,897 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2282nd of 24088 | 821 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3326th of 23106 | 411 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5172nd of 9204 | 49 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4478th of 12526 | 147 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4373rd of 19264 | 212 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 717th of 27321 | 4,405 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1203rd of 35406 | 3,035 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 455th of 30306 | 8,384 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
24.16% 538th/2227 |
32.39% 787th/2430 |
11.32% 323rd/2853 |
27.21% 755th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
23.22% 682nd/2937 |
24.46% 852nd/3483 |
10.80% 380th/3518 |
22.26% 900th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
35.06% 1292nd/3685 |
34.15% 1528th/4475 |
14.44% 750th/5194 |
17.71% 1119th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
57.14% 2618th/4582 |
48.32% 2495th/5164 |
29.74% 2175th/7313 |
30.24% 2257th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
59.86% 2686th/4487 |
47.23% 3222nd/6822 |
50.32% 3158th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
85.12% 2500th/2937 |
- | - |
78.14% 3160th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
18.89% 696th/3685 |
23.35% 1045th/4475 |
13.65% 709th/5194 |
10.15% 641st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
27.04% 1239th/4582 |
34.06% 1759th/5164 |
17.75% 1298th/7313 |
14.78% 1103rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
10.79% 430th/3984 |
13.77% 618th/4487 |
7.36% 502nd/6822 |
5.62% 353rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Kentucky across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4708th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2174th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 445th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 533rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 913th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2282nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3326th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5172nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4478th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4373rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 717th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1203rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 455th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.