Steve
Steve is a short form of Stephen or Steven, derived from the Greek name Stephanos meaning 'crown' or 'garland.' It became popular as an independent given name in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Current Popularity
#1692 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Extremely easy to spell and pronounce
- •Very informal feel - often used as a nickname for Steven or Stephen
- •May feel dated to some as it peaked in popularity in the 1950s-1970s
- •Works well in casual settings but may seem too informal for some professional contexts
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Famous People
Steve Jobs
Co-founder of Apple Inc.
Steve Martin
Comedian and actor
Steve Carell
Actor and comedian
Steve Irwin
Wildlife conservationist and TV personality
Statistics
241,122
Total births since 1880
1959
Peak year
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