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Jonathan vs Steven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jonathan

Boy #83 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God has given"

Origin: Hebrew (Yehonatan)

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#83
Total SSA Count
4,018
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jonathan Rank #83
Steven Rank #269

Jonathan is more popular, ranked #83 vs #269 for Steven.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonathan or Steven more popular?

Jonathan is more popular, ranked #83 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Jonathan and Steven mean?

Jonathan means "God has given" (Hebrew (Yehonatan) origin). Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Jonathan and Steven boy or girl names?

Jonathan is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.

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