Stephanie
Meaning & Origin
Meaning: Crown; Garlands
Background: The name Stephanie originates from the Greek name 'Stephanos,' meaning 'crown' or 'garland.' This name was adopted into Latin as 'Stephanus' and entered French as 'Étienne.' Through these transitions, the meaning of the name remained consistent, symbolizing victory and honor.
At a glance
Quick stats based on the history of this name.
Lifetime rank
#31
Total births
747,234
Most popular decade
1990s
(451,104 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-328 ranks)
Years in Top 100
48
First recorded year
1891
Gender usage
0.4% male
99.6% female
Stats by gender
Male
- First year
- 1947
- First year births
- 7
- First year rank
- #3,096
- Peak year
- 1989
- Peak year births
- 143
- Peak rank
- #837
- Most recent year
- 2011
- Recent year births
- 6
- Recent rank
- #10,806
Female
- First year
- 1891
- First year births
- 5
- First year rank
- #1,332
- Peak year
- 1990
- Peak year births
- 24,864
- Peak rank
- #7
- Most recent year
- 2024
- Recent year births
- 571
- Recent rank
- #533
Births over time
Number of babies given this name each year.
Rank over time
Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).