Stephen is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #11664 in 2000 with 8 recorded births. This places Stephen in the bottom 34% of ranked US girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 18 births ranking #5501. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 55.6%. In 2000, approximately 1 in every 226,997 girls born was named Stephen. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Stephen is a major classic meaning crown or wreath. It feels thoughtful, established, and deeply rooted in Christian tradition.
The name spread through Christian Europe through Saint Stephen and became one of the enduring staples of English naming. Its longevity has produced many international forms and familiar spellings.