Stefan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Stefan has Greek origins, meaning 'crown' or 'garland'. It evolved through various languages, including Latin and Old High German. The name is associated with honor and has biblical relevance through saints named Stephen. It has maintained a positive image and popularity in modern times.
The name Stefan is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Stefan has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling 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, 'Stefan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2290th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2284th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 806th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 548th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 411th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 718th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 864th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15440th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Stefan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Stefan"
Pronunciation
/ˈstɛfən/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Stefan derives from the Greek name Stephanos, which means 'crown' or 'garland'. It is often associated with honor and reward.
Meaning
crown, garland
Language Evolution
Stephanos (Greek), Stefanus (Latin), Stefan (Old High German)
Historical Usage
The name Stefan gained popularity in medieval Europe, particularly due to the influence of Christian saints named Stephen, who is venerated in various Christian traditions.
Variants & Derivatives
Stephen, Stefano, Stef, Stefanie
Modern Popularity & Image
Stefan is a well-regarded name in many cultures, often associated with strength and leadership. It remains popular in various countries, especially in Europe.
Famous People
Stefan Löfven, former Prime Minister of Sweden, Stefan Curry, American professional basketball player, Stefan Edberg, former Swedish tennis player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Stefan"
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 "Stefan"
"Stefan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2290th of 7545 | 204 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2284th of 6773 | 197 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 806th of 7552 | 1,595 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 548th of 10718 | 3,477 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 411th of 16616 | 7,925 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 718th of 24088 | 4,469 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 864th of 23106 | 3,105 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15440th of 27321 | 37 |
Regional Popularity of "Stefan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
52.70% 820th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
34.49% 768th/2227 |
20.86% 507th/2430 |
42.94% 1225th/2853 |
25.98% 721st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
19.44% 571st/2937 |
10.65% 371st/3483 |
19.39% 682nd/3518 |
13.48% 545th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
10.77% 397th/3685 |
7.04% 315th/4475 |
8.99% 467th/5194 |
6.52% 412th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
14.78% 677th/4582 |
10.40% 537th/5164 |
11.68% 854th/7313 |
9.82% 733rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
20.08% 800th/3984 |
16.20% 727th/4487 |
14.70% 1003rd/6822 |
14.02% 880th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Stefan" 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 "Stefan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Stefan" 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.