Stevan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Stevan is a name of Slavic origin derived from the Greek 'Stephanos,' meaning 'crown.' It has evolved through various languages and forms, maintaining a consistent meaning related to honor. The name is linked to historical figures and carries connotations of strength and leadership, though it does not have a biblical background.
The name Stevan is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West 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, Stevan 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, 'Stevan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6977th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2321st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 824th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1214th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1495th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2974th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5409th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Stevan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Stevan"
Pronunciation
/ˈstɛvən/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
Stevan is derived from the Greek name 'Stephanos,' meaning 'crown' or 'garland.' It has been adopted in various Slavic languages with slight variations.
Meaning
crown, garland
Language Evolution
Stephanos (Greek), Stefan (Old French), Stefanus (Latin), Stevan (Slavic)
Historical Usage
The name Stevan gained popularity in Eastern Europe, particularly among Slavic nations, during the medieval period, often associated with saints and kings.
Variants & Derivatives
Stefan, Stefano, Stefanie, Stef, Stevie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Stevan is seen as a classic name with traditional roots, often associated with strength and nobility.
Famous People
Stevan Jovetić (Montenegrin footballer), Stevan Pasajić (Serbian artist), Stevan M. Stojanović (American politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Stevan"
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 "Stevan"
"Stevan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6977th of 7545 | 9 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2321st of 6773 | 190 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 824th of 7552 | 1,552 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1214th of 10718 | 748 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1495th of 16616 | 860 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2974th of 24088 | 555 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5409th of 23106 | 203 |
Regional Popularity of "Stevan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
61.28% 948th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
33.32% 742nd/2227 |
33.83% 822nd/2430 |
41.04% 1171st/2853 |
24.58% 682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
38.44% 1129th/2937 |
48.89% 1703rd/3483 |
34.42% 1211th/3518 |
27.97% 1131st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
45.05% 1660th/3685 |
59.17% 2648th/4475 |
27.97% 1453rd/5194 |
22.97% 1451st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.73% 2737th/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
34.71% 2538th/7313 |
27.08% 2021st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
63.97% 4364th/6822 |
71.13% 4464th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Stevan" 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 "Stevan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Stevan" 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.