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Stephen
BoyMeaning of Stephen: Greek: 'crown'
Stephen is a boy's name most strongly associated with Greek naming. It has 7 letters and 2 syllables, and it is a timeless pick that has stayed popular for over a century — 393rd most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025 and 651st in England & Wales.
US rank 2025
#393
829 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
#651
57 babies in 2024
US babies since 1880
867,669
First recorded 1880 · peak 1952
Trend
falling
Style: classic
Popularity over time
Gender split
100% boys · 0% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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