Stefon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Stefon is a name of French origin derived from the Greek 'Stephanos', meaning 'crown' or 'garland'. It has evolved through various forms from Greek to modern English. The name is associated with positive traits such as creativity and individuality, and it has biblical relevance through the figure of Stephen. Its popularity surged in the late 20th century, and it is now seen as a modern and unique choice.
The name Stefon is most popular in New York, 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. From 2020-2022, Stefon 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, 'Stefon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3538th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4022nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1601st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3193rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5198th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Stefon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Stefon"
Pronunciation
/stəˈfɒn/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Stefon is derived from the name Stephen, which comes from the Greek name 'Stephanos', meaning 'crown' or 'garland'.
Meaning
crown, garland
Language Evolution
Stephanos (Greek), Stephanus (Latin), Stephan (Old French), Stephen (Middle English), Stefon (Modern English)
Biblical Background
The name has biblical significance as Stephen was one of the first deacons and the first Christian martyr in the New Testament.
Historical Usage
The name Stefon gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern variation of Stephen.
Variants & Derivatives
Stephen, Stefan, Stefano, Stef, Stevie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Stefon is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Stefon Diggs (NFL player), Stefon Harris (jazz vibraphonist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Stefon"
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 "Stefon"
"Stefon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3538th of 7552 | 98 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4022nd of 10718 | 106 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1601st of 16616 | 778 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3193rd of 24088 | 501 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5198th of 23106 | 216 |
Regional Popularity of "Stefon" 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) |
35.93% 1324th/3685 |
27.31% 1222nd/4475 |
34.94% 1815th/5194 |
55.42% 3501st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
60.28% 2762nd/4582 |
48.99% 2530th/5164 |
44.20% 3232nd/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
79.30% 3558th/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Stefon" 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 "Stefon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Stefon" 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.