Stefano Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Stefano is an Italian name derived from the Greek 'Stephanos', meaning crown or garland. It has evolved through various languages and forms, including Stephen and Stefan. The name is linked to the historical figure of Saint Stephen and gained popularity during the Middle Ages. Today, it is perceived as charming and sophisticated, with notable figures bearing the name.
The name Stefano is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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. From 2020-2022, Stefano has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Stefano' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5436th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2044th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1470th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1861st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2429th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Stefano' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Stefano"
Pronunciation
/steˈfaːnoʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Stefano is derived from the Greek name 'Stephanos', meaning 'crown' or 'garland'. It has been used in various forms across different cultures.
Meaning
crown, garland
Language Evolution
Stephen (English), Stefanos (Greek), Stefan (Slavic languages), Stefano (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Europe during the Middle Ages, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr.
Variants & Derivatives
Stef, Stefanie, Stefan, Stephen
Modern Popularity & Image
Stefano is viewed positively in modern culture, often associated with charm and sophistication. It remains a popular name in Italy and among Italian communities worldwide.
Famous People
Stefano Gabbana (fashion designer), Stefano Pioli (football manager), Stefano Mainetti (composer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Stefano"
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 "Stefano"
"Stefano" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5436th of 7545 | 23 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3552nd of 7552 | 97 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2044th of 10718 | 335 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1470th of 16616 | 880 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1861st of 24088 | 1,098 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2429th of 23106 | 661 |
Regional Popularity of "Stefano" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
91.44% 1261st/1379 |
- | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
52.39% 1273rd/2430 |
- | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
30.09% 1048th/3483 |
- |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.42% 2116th/3685 |
18.79% 841st/4475 |
28.28% 1469th/5194 |
26.69% 1686th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
60.28% 2762nd/4582 |
21.53% 1112th/5164 |
23.18% 1695th/7313 |
24.63% 1838th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
35.44% 1590th/4487 |
27.07% 1847th/6822 |
40.31% 2530th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Stefano" 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 "Stefano"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Stefano" 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.