Esteban is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #461 in 2025 with 673 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2005 with 1,024 births ranking #320. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 2,538 boys born was named Esteban. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Esteban is the Spanish form of Stephen and means "crown" or "garland". It has strong roots and a warm, classic Hispanic sound.
The name has been used across the Spanish-speaking world for centuries and belongs to the same saintly and historical tradition as Stephen. It feels both established and stylish in modern use.