Stefani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Stefani originates from the Greek 'Stephanos,' meaning 'crown' or 'garland.' It evolved through various forms in different languages and has connotations of honor and achievement. The name is not directly biblical but gained popularity due to its association with saints. Modern perceptions consider it stylish and elegant, and it has notable bearers in contemporary culture.
The name Stefani is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. 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, Stefani 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, 'Stefani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5376th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2326th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1163rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 908th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2053rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5759th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Stefani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Stefani"
Pronunciation
/stəˈfɑːni/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Stefani is derived from the Greek name 'Stephanos,' which means 'crown' or 'garland.' It has historically been associated with honor and achievement.
Meaning
Crown, garland
Language Evolution
Stephanos (Greek), Stephanus (Latin), Stefanos (Modern Greek), Stefanie (German), Stefani (Italian and English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in various cultures due to its association with saints and royalty, particularly during the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Stephanie, Stefanie, Stef, Stevie
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary society, Stefani is often seen as a stylish and elegant name. It has gained recognition due to its association with popular culture figures.
Famous People
Stefani Germanotta (Lady Gaga), Stefani Mills (American artist), Stefani Ruper (author and speaker)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Stefani"
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 "Stefani"
"Stefani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5376th of 9204 | 44 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2326th of 12526 | 433 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1163rd of 19264 | 1,638 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 908th of 27321 | 3,170 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2053rd of 35406 | 1,471 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5759th of 30306 | 261 |
Regional Popularity of "Stefani" 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 "Stefani" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
71.36% 1734th/2430 |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
51.24% 1422nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
43.92% 1290th/2937 |
44.16% 1538th/3483 |
34.31% 1207th/3518 |
22.08% 893rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
25.94% 956th/3685 |
20.22% 905th/4475 |
19.70% 1023rd/5194 |
12.89% 814th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
47.18% 2162nd/4582 |
36.33% 1876th/5164 |
27.31% 1997th/7313 |
24.60% 1836th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
59.86% 3757th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Stefani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Stefani" 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.