Stephen
boy name#383 in 2025Stephen entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #19 in 1949, ranks #383 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#383
rank today
#19
peak (1949)
829
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #92 |
| 1890s | #103 |
| 1900s | #102 |
| 1910s | #89 |
| 1920s | #115 |
| 1930s | #108 |
| 1940s | #29 |
| 1950s | #22 |
| 1960s | #27 |
| 1970s | #34 |
| 1980s | #38 |
| 1990s | #57 |
| 2000s | #145 |
| 2010s | #254 |
| 2020s | #357 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Stephen has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 660,000 people named Stephen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Stephen alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Stephen in 2025?
- Stephen ranks #383 among US boy names in 2025, with 829 babies given the name.
- When was the name Stephen most popular?
- Stephen peaked in 1949, reaching #19 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Stephen with classmates?
- Stephen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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