"crown, garland"
Origin: Greek
Language: French
Stephanie
Pronunciation: [ st-EHF-uhn-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"crowned one"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
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The Story of Stephanie
Stephanie is the French feminine form of Stephan/Stephen, from the Greek Stephanos meaning crown or wreath. The masculine form Stephen was the name of the first Christian martyr, Saint Stephen the Apostle. The French feminization Stephanie emerged in the medieval period and spread through European royal courts, coming to prominence in the English-speaking world in the 20th century.
Stephanie was a top-10 US name from the mid-1970s through the late 1990s, peaking at number 7 in 1984. Its rise was aided by a fashion for French-sounding feminine names (Stephanie, Danielle, Michelle, Nicole) and figures like Princess Stephanie of Monaco. It has since declined as Gen X parents moved away from names associated with their own generation.
Princess Stephanie of Monaco, born 1965, was a tabloid fixture in the 1980s — a rebellious royal daughter who pursued pop music and modeling. Stephanie also has strong Catholic roots via Saint Stephen, making it popular in French-speaking Catholic communities.
Historical Record
Stephanie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 725,933 babies have been named Stephanie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Stephanie is past its peak , currently ranked #533 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Stephanie was the number 1 girls name in France for multiple years in the 1970s-80s
- The name Stephen/Stephanie has been continuously used in Christian Europe since the 1st century AD
- Princess Stephanie of Monaco released pop singles in the 1980s that charted across Europe
Stephanie in Other Languages
Greek
Stefania
French
Stephanie
German
Stephanie
Italian
Stefania
Spanish
Estefania
Portuguese
Estefane
Popularity Over Time
#533
Current Rank
Peaked 1984
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Stephanie
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Stephanie McMahon
Business
1976
American businesswoman and former WWE Chief Brand Officer and on-screen personality
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Stephanie Meyer
Writer
1973
American author of the Twilight saga, one of the best-selling book series of the 2000s
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Princess Stephanie of Monaco
Royalty
1965
The youngest child of Prince Rainier III and Grace Kelly, known for her pop music career in the 1980s
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #533
- Total SSA Count
- 571
- Cultural Origins
- French English American Italian Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Stephanie
What does the name Stephanie mean?
"crown, garland" (from Greek). "crowned one" (from Greek). Stephanie is the French feminine form of Stephan/Stephen, from the Greek Stephanos meaning crown or wreath. The masculine form Stephen was the name of the first Christian martyr, Saint Stephen the Apostle. The French feminization Stephanie emerged in the medieval period and spread through European royal courts, coming to prominence in the English-speaking world in the 20th century.
What is the origin of the name Stephanie?
Stephanie has Greek, French, English, American, Italian, and Spanish origins. In Greek, it means "crown, garland". In Greek, it means "crowned one".
Is Stephanie a boy or girl name?
Stephanie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #533. As a boy name, it is ranked #20708. Stephanie is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Stephanie?
Stephanie is pronounced st-EHF-uhn-ee.
How popular is the name Stephanie?
Stephanie is currently ranked #533 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Stephanie?
Common nicknames for Stephanie include Steph, Stevie, and Stef.
What are good middle names for Stephanie?
Popular middle name pairings include Stephanie Marie, Stephanie Lynn, Stephanie Ann, Stephanie Nicole, Stephanie Elizabeth, Stephanie Grace, and Stephanie Claire.
What are good sibling names for Stephanie?
Names that pair well with Stephanie as siblings include Jennifer, Michelle, Ashley, Brian, Jason, Melissa, and Crystal.
How many syllables does Stephanie have?
Stephanie has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Stephanie a common or rare name?
Stephanie is moderately common, ranked #533 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
What girl names are similar to Stephanie?
Are there other spellings for Stephanie?
Related spellings include Stephany.
About the Name Stephanie
Stephanie is a girl name with French, English, American, Italian, and Spanish origins . The name means "crown, garland" in Greek .
Is Stephanie a boy or girl name? Stephanie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #533 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #20,708. Stephanie is more commonly used as a girl name.
Stephanie is currently ranked #533 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Stephanie has 3 syllables and is pronounced st-EHF-uhn-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Stephanie include Steph, Stevie, and Stef. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Stephanie include Stephany . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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