Steven
s-te-ven
US Popularity:493
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Crown; Wreath
Steven is a baby boy name of British and Greek origins. Though film buffs and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial fans recognize Steven with Hollywood director Steven Spielberg, it actually dates back to even before the Middle Ages. Derived from the English and Greek name Stephen and associated with the Dutch name Stefan, this name means “crown” and “wreath.” From the first Christian martyr Saint Stephen to the chivalrous King of England, baby can be inspired by those who wore the crown before him. With this fruitful name, baby Steven is sure to stumble upon both power and glory.
Famous People Named Steven
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Steven SeagalActor
- Steven SoderberghDirector
- Steven SpielbergDirector
- Steven TylerSinger
- Steven Van ZandtGuitarist
Steven Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Steven is currently #652 on The Bump
Boy:Steven is currently #180 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Steven is currently #493 in U.S. births
Boy:Steven is currently #171 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#493
in 2022
- 43
from 2021
Sources
Name Doctor, Steven
Behind the Name, Steven, November 2020
WordSense Dictionary, Steven
IMBd, Steven Spielberg
Britannica, Stephen of England, November 2023
Britannica, St. Stephen, January 2024
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