Stephen vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stephen

Boy #378 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Stephen Rank #378

Brandon Rank #230

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #378 for Stephen.

Is Stephen or Brandon more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Stephen at #378 in the United States.

What do Stephen and Brandon mean?

Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Stephen and Brandon boy or girl names?

Stephen is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.