Stefan
boy name#1021 in 2025Stefan entered the US charts in 1910, peaked at #339 in 1991, ranks #1021 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1910–2025
#1021
rank today
#339
peak (1991)
219
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1946 |
| 1920s | #2840 |
| 1930s | #2584 |
| 1940s | #1594 |
| 1950s | #920 |
| 1960s | #606 |
| 1970s | #530 |
| 1980s | #449 |
| 1990s | #430 |
| 2000s | #795 |
| 2010s | #850 |
| 2020s | #950 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Stefan has been most popular in CA, FL, NY.
Living bearers
About 19,500 people named Stefan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Stefan 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 Stefan in 2025?
- Stefan ranks #1021 among US boy names in 2025, with 219 babies given the name.
- When was the name Stefan most popular?
- Stefan peaked in 1991, reaching #339 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Stefan with classmates?
- Stefan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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