Estevan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Estevan is a name of Spanish origin derived from the Greek name Stephanos, which means crown or garland. It evolved through various languages and has historical significance due to its biblical connections. Estevan carries traits of strength and tradition, especially in Spanish-speaking cultures.
The name Estevan is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy 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, Estevan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Estevan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2468th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1915th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1743rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1142nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 751st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 844th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1777th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Estevan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Estevan"
Pronunciation
/ɛsˈteɪvən/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Estevan is derived from the Spanish form of the name Stephen, which originates from the Greek name Stephanos, meaning 'crown' or 'garland'.
Meaning
crown, garland
Language Evolution
Stephanos (Greek), Stephanus (Latin), Stefanos (Modern Greek), Esteban (Spanish), Estevan (Spanish variant)
Biblical Background
Estevan is the Spanish form of Stephen, who was a martyr in the New Testament, often associated with bravery and faith.
Historical Usage
The name Estevan gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly during the Middle Ages, as it was associated with saints and religious figures.
Variants & Derivatives
Esteban, Stefan, Stefano, Stephen, Steve
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Estevan is perceived as a traditional and strong name, often associated with cultural heritage in Spanish-speaking communities.
Famous People
Estevan Oriel, American photographer, Estevan R. Rojas, American musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Estevan"
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 "Estevan"
"Estevan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2468th of 7545 | 175 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1915th of 6773 | 266 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1743rd of 7552 | 384 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1142nd of 10718 | 835 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 751st of 16616 | 2,672 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 844th of 24088 | 3,491 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1777th of 23106 | 1,063 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Estevan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
46.03% 1089th/2366 |
60.68% 693rd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
41.31% 972nd/2353 |
73.11% 1131st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
33.33% 951st/2853 |
50.20% 1393rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
58.25% 2029th/3483 |
25.53% 898th/3518 |
16.02% 648th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
38.59% 1422nd/3685 |
50.15% 2244th/4475 |
15.63% 812th/5194 |
6.81% 430th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.63% 1541st/4582 |
57.15% 2951st/5164 |
14.95% 1093rd/7313 |
6.27% 468th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
26.21% 1788th/6822 |
14.67% 921st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Estevan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Estevan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Estevan" 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.