Stefanie
“crown, garland”
Greek origin · Girl name
#8805US 2025
12Births / yr
↓Falling
37.1kAll-time births
📅 Since 191100.16% of births at peak
How to pronounce Stefanie
shte-fa-nee(german),stay-fah-nee(dutch)
/shte-fa-nee(german),stay-fah-nee(dutch)/ · · 3 syllables
“crown, garland”
Greek origin · Girl name
What does Stefanie mean and where does it come from?
Stefanie is a variant of the name Stephanie, which originates from the Greek name 'Στέφανος' (Stephanos), meaning 'crown' or 'garland.' The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in English and German-speaking countries, and has seen usage since the Middle Ages. It has various regio
Cultural significance
Stefanie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greek-speaking communities, where it reflects values of crown, garland.
Peak popularity
Reached #105 in 1983 — currently #8805 in the US.
How popular is Stefanie right now?
Falling — down 3380 spots — currently #8805 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Stefanie
Stefanie entered American naming records in 1911 and has been in use for over 113 years. A total of 37,069 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2238 in 1915 to #1923 in 2023. Stefanie is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.
Names that peaked alongside Stefanie in 1983:
Stefanie by decade
Stefanie peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 91 | |
| 1920s | 62 | |
| 1930s | 28 | |
| 1940s | 275 | |
| 1950s | 650 | |
| 1960s | 3,765 | |
| 1970s | 8,717 | |
| 1980s ★ | 15,865 | |
| 1990s | 5,343 | |
| 2000s | 1,723 | |
| 2010s | 523 | |
| 2020s | 63 |
What are good nicknames for Stefanie?
CROATIAN
ŠtefaŠtefica
ENGLISH
StephStevie
FRENCH
Fanny
GERMAN
SteffiSteffie
Famous people named Stefanie
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Stefanie (ancient philosopher)
Stefanie bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.
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Stefanie (modern Greek athlete)
Stefanie brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Stefanie (ancient philosopher)
Stefanie bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.
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Stefanie (Greek mythological figure)
Stefanie carried this name in Greek mythology, connecting it to divine or heroic tradition.
How is Stefanie written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Stefanie?
Stephanos ANCIENT GREEKStepan ARMENIANEstebe BASQUEEztebe BASQUEStephanos BIBLICAL GREEKStephanus BIBLICAL LATINStephen BIBLICALStefan BULGARIANEsteve CATALANŠtefan CROATIANStevan CROATIANStevo CROATIANStipan CROATIANStipe CROATIANStipo CROATIANStjepan CROATIANŠtěpán CZECHStefan DANISHSteffen DANISHStef DUTCHStefan DUTCHStefanus DUTCHSteffen DUTCHStephan DUTCHSteven DUTCHSte ENGLISHSteph ENGLISHStephen ENGLISHSteve ENGLISHSteven ENGLISHStevie ENGLISHTahvo FINNISHTapani FINNISHTeppo FINNISHÉtienne FRENCHStéphane FRENCHEstevo GALICIANStepane GEORGIANStefan GERMANStephan GERMANStefanos GREEKStephanos GREEKIstván HUNGARIANPista HUNGARIANPisti HUNGARIANStefán ICELANDICStiofán IRISHStefano ITALIANStefans LATVIANSteponas LITHUANIANSteffen LOW GERMANStefan MACEDONIANTipene MAORIEstienne MEDIEVAL FRENCHStefan NORWEGIANSteffen NORWEGIANEstève OCCITANStefanu OLD CHURCH SLAVICStefan POLISHStefek POLISHSzczepan POLISHEstevão PORTUGUESEFane ROMANIANȘtefan ROMANIANStepan RUSSIANSteafan SCOTTISHSteaphan SCOTTISHSteenie SCOTTISHStefan SERBIANStevan SERBIANStevo SERBIANStjepan SERBIANŠtefan SLOVAKŠtefan SLOVENEEstavan SPANISHEsteban SPANISHStaffan SWEDISHStefan SWEDISHSteffan WELSH
Common questions about the name Stefanie
What does the name Stefanie mean?
Stefanie means "crown, garland" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Stefanie?
Stefanie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Stefanie?
Stefanie originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Stefanie?
Stefanie pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greek heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Stefanie a common or rare name?
Stefanie is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.