Stephenson
boy nameStephenson entered the US charts in 1944, peaked at #2186 in 1953, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1944–2025
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rank today
#2186
peak (1953)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3258 |
| 1950s | #2995 |
| 1960s | #4007 |
| 1970s | #4482 |
| 1980s | #5707 |
| 1990s | #7703 |
| 2000s | #10667 |
| 2010s | #12198 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Stephenson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Stephenson alive today was born around 1973, making them about 52 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Stephenson in 2025?
- Stephenson is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Stephenson most popular?
- Stephenson peaked in 1953, reaching #2186 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Stephenson with classmates?
- Stephenson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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