Steven
Male name · ★ Classic
507,275
Total Births
1956
Peak Year
#250
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Steven
Steven is a variant of Stephen, from Greek Stephanos meaning 'crown' or 'wreath.' It peaked in the 1950s-1960s in the US. Famous Stevens include Steven Spielberg, Steve Jobs, and Steve Martin.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 372 births |
| 1890s | 418 births |
| 1900s | 734 births |
| 1910s | 1,652 births |
| 1920s | 1,752 births |
| 1930s | 2,182 births |
| 1940s | 34,016 births |
| 1950s | 135,286 births |
| 1960s | 115,497 births |
| 1970s | 74,936 births |
| 1980s | 69,158 births |
| 1990s | 47,007 births |
| 2000s | 19,658 births |
| 2010s | 3,646 births |
| 2020s | 961 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Steven?
Steven has been given to 507,275 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1956 with 15,299 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #250.
Is Steven a boy or girl name?
Steven is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Steven most popular?
Steven was most popular in 1956, when 15,299 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Steven?
Steven first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).