Stefany Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Stefany is a name with Greek origins, meaning 'crown' or 'garland'. It evolved from 'Stephanos' in ancient Greek through various linguistic forms, gaining particular popularity in the 20th century. The name conveys traits of honor and victory, with no specific biblical references, and includes variants like Stephanie and Stef. It is viewed positively in contemporary culture, associated with creativity and individuality.
The name Stefany 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Stefany has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling 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, 'Stefany' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7802nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2953rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1618th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1815th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2817th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Stefany' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Stefany"
Pronunciation
/ˈstɛfəni/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Stefany is derived from the Greek name 'Stephanos' which means 'crown' or 'garland'. It is often associated with honor and victory.
Meaning
crown, garland
Language Evolution
Stephanos (Greek), Stefanos (Latin), Stefanie (German/French), Stefany (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Stefany gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s, as a feminine form of Stephen.
Variants & Derivatives
Stephanie, Stefanie, Steph, Stef
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Stefany is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Stefany Ochoa, a Colombian actress, Stefany Gonzalez, a Venezuelan politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Stefany"
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 "Stefany"
"Stefany" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7802nd of 12526 | 36 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2953rd of 19264 | 385 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1618th of 27321 | 1,391 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1815th of 35406 | 1,735 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2817th of 30306 | 729 |
Regional Popularity of "Stefany" 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 "Stefany" 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) |
- | - | - |
80.61% 3260th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
47.14% 1737th/3685 |
31.60% 1414th/4475 |
34.44% 1789th/5194 |
22.68% 1433rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
47.45% 2174th/4582 |
31.70% 1637th/5164 |
24.53% 1794th/7313 |
19.08% 1424th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
92.70% 3693rd/3984 |
51.75% 2322nd/4487 |
35.59% 2428th/6822 |
38.10% 2391st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Stefany"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Stefany" 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.