Steven
boy name#271 in 2025Steven entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #10 in 1955, ranks #271 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#271
rank today
#10
peak (1955)
1,261
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #428 |
| 1890s | #450 |
| 1900s | #370 |
| 1910s | #283 |
| 1920s | #297 |
| 1930s | #263 |
| 1940s | #53 |
| 1950s | #11 |
| 1960s | #13 |
| 1970s | #20 |
| 1980s | #25 |
| 1990s | #35 |
| 2000s | #81 |
| 2010s | #153 |
| 2020s | #251 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Steven has been most popular in California, Texas, New York.
Living bearers
About 1,069,000 people named Steven are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Steven alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Steven in 2025?
- Steven ranks #271 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,261 babies given the name.
- When was the name Steven most popular?
- Steven peaked in 1955, reaching #10 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Steven with classmates?
- Steven will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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