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
#1617 for boys
in the United States (2025)
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
241,224
Total births since 1880
1959
Peak year
Discovery
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