Jude vs Steven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jude

Boy #156 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"praised, he will be praised"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Biblical European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#156
Total SSA Count
2,284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

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Steven

Boy #269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#269
Total SSA Count
1,284
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Steve, Stevie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Jude Rank #156
Steven Rank #269

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 vs #269 for Steven.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jude ___

  • Jude Alexander
  • Jude Michael
  • Jude William
  • Jude Henry
  • Jude Oliver
  • Jude Thomas

Steven ___

  • Steven James
  • Steven Michael
  • Steven Allen
  • Steven Paul
  • Steven Ray
  • Steven Anthony

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jude

Violet Iris Leo Felix Eliza

If you choose Steven

Kevin Brian Michelle Karen Jennifer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jude or Steven more popular?

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Jude and Steven mean?

Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin). Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Jude and Steven boy or girl names?

Jude is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.

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