Stephan
boy name#1837 in 2025Stephan entered the US charts in 1895, peaked at #313 in 1954, ranks #1837 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1895–2025
#1837
rank today
#313
peak (1954)
86
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #956 |
| 1900s | #1236 |
| 1910s | #1056 |
| 1920s | #1712 |
| 1930s | #1400 |
| 1940s | #501 |
| 1950s | #345 |
| 1960s | #378 |
| 1970s | #452 |
| 1980s | #415 |
| 1990s | #495 |
| 2000s | #899 |
| 2010s | #1186 |
| 2020s | #1537 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Stephan has been most popular in Florida, California, Texas.
Living bearers
About 23,500 people named Stephan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Stephan alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Stephan in 2025?
- Stephan ranks #1837 among US boy names in 2025, with 86 babies given the name.
- When was the name Stephan most popular?
- Stephan peaked in 1954, reaching #313 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Stephan with classmates?
- Stephan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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