Estefania Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Estefania is a Spanish name derived from the Greek word Stephanos, which means 'crown' or 'garland'. It has evolved through Greek and Latin into its modern Spanish form. The name carries connotations of beauty and strength, and while it is not biblically referenced, it has gained popularity in the 20th century. Variants such as Estefany and Stefania exist, and it is currently viewed as a classic name with a positive image.
The name Estefania is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Estefania has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Estefania' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 17532nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1340th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1047th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1757th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Estefania' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Estefania"
Pronunciation
/ɛs.teˈfa.nja/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Estefania is derived from the Greek name Stephanos, meaning 'crown' or 'garland'. It was adopted into Latin as Stephanus before evolving into its current form in Spanish.
Meaning
crown, garland
Language Evolution
Stephanos (Greek), Stephanus (Latin), Estefania (Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name Estefania gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world, especially in the 20th century, paralleling the broader acceptance of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Estefany, Stefania, Stephanie
Modern Popularity & Image
Estefania is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with beauty and strength in modern contexts.
Famous People
Estefania de los Santos, a prominent actress, Estefania García, a well-known singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Estefania"
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 of "Estefania"
"Estefania" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 17532nd of 19264 | 7 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1340th of 27321 | 1,827 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1047th of 35406 | 3,672 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1757th of 30306 | 1,443 |
Regional Popularity of "Estefania" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Estefania" by Generation for 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
46.30% 1706th/3685 |
31.20% 1396th/4475 |
23.37% 1214th/5194 |
12.22% 772nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
31.41% 1439th/4582 |
34.82% 1798th/5164 |
13.88% 1015th/7313 |
9.25% 690th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
63.81% 2542nd/3984 |
70.69% 3172nd/4487 |
21.59% 1473rd/6822 |
19.53% 1226th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Estefania"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Estefania" 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.