Stedman
boy nameStedman entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #1173 in 1989, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#1173
peak (1989)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3732 |
| 1920s | #4123 |
| 1930s | #3622 |
| 1980s | #1987 |
| 1990s | #4878 |
| 2000s | #10453 |
| 2010s | #10078 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Stedman are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Stedman alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Stedman in 2025?
- Stedman is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Stedman most popular?
- Stedman peaked in 1989, reaching #1173 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Stedman with classmates?
- Stedman will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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