Stephon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Stephon is derived from the Greek name 'Stephanos', meaning 'crown' or 'garland', representing honor and reward. It evolved through various forms, including Stefan and has gained popularity in the modern era. The name is associated with positive traits such as creativity and charisma, although it lacks biblical significance.
The name Stephon is most popular in District of Columbia, 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. 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, Stephon 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, 'Stephon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1509th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1338th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 667th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 920th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1845th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 21402nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Stephon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Stephon"
Pronunciation
/ˈstɛfən/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Stephon is derived from the Greek name 'Stephanos', meaning 'crown' or 'garland'. It signifies honor and reward.
Meaning
crown, garland, honor
Language Evolution
Stephanos (Greek), Stefan (Latin), Stefanus (Old French), Stephon (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Stephon gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern variation of the name Stephen.
Variants & Derivatives
Stephen, Stefan, Stef, Stefano
Modern Popularity & Image
Stephon is considered a contemporary and stylish name, often associated with creativity and charisma.
Famous People
Stephon Marbury, former professional basketball player, Stephon Gilmore, professional American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Stephon"
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 "Stephon"
"Stephon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1509th of 7552 | 511 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1338th of 10718 | 653 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 667th of 16616 | 3,476 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 920th of 24088 | 3,116 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1845th of 23106 | 1,006 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 21402nd of 27321 | 14 |
Regional Popularity of "Stephon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
49.53% 1103rd/2227 |
44.28% 1076th/2430 |
32.88% 938th/2853 |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
57.71% 1695th/2937 |
40.97% 1427th/3483 |
39.26% 1381st/3518 |
55.34% 2238th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
16.72% 616th/3685 |
11.49% 514th/4475 |
11.51% 598th/5194 |
18.79% 1187th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.74% 813th/4582 |
12.76% 659th/5164 |
12.09% 884th/7313 |
20.76% 1549th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
35.72% 1423rd/3984 |
40.78% 1830th/4487 |
26.88% 1834th/6822 |
47.13% 2958th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Stephon" 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 "Stephon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Stephon" 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.