Stephania
“Crown, garland”
Greek origin · Girl name
#7851US 2025
14Births / yr
↓Falling
3.3kAll-time births
📅 Since 189800.01% of births at peak
How to pronounce Stephania
stif·AN·ee·uh
/stɪf.ˈæn.iː.ə/ · stress on AN · 4 syllables
“Crown, garland”
Greek origin · Girl name
What does Stephania mean and where does it come from?
Stephania is an elegant form of the name Stephanie, derived from the Greek name 'Stephanos' (Στέφανος), meaning 'crown' or 'garland'. The name has a long history dating back to the early Christian era. It can commonly be found in various European cultures, especially within Greek and Italian communi
Cultural significance
Stephania has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greek-speaking communities, where it reflects values of crown, garland.
Peak popularity
Reached #736 in 1916 — currently #7851 in the US.
How popular is Stephania right now?
Falling — down 297 spots — currently #7851 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Stephania
Stephania has been a beloved American name for over 126 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1898. With 3,242 total births recorded, Stephania remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1292 in 1905, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6638 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Stephania in 1916:
Stephania by decade
Stephania peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1890s | 18 | |
| 1900s | 81 | |
| 1910s ★ | 514 | |
| 1920s | 340 | |
| 1930s | 33 | |
| 1940s | 38 | |
| 1950s | 115 | |
| 1960s | 220 | |
| 1970s | 383 | |
| 1980s | 306 | |
| 1990s | 447 | |
| 2000s | 440 | |
| 2010s | 290 | |
| 2020s | 46 |
With 3,242 total births, Stephania is an uncommon but established name.
What are good nicknames for Stephania?
CROATIAN
ŠtefaŠtefica
ENGLISH
StephStevie
FRENCH
Fanny
GERMAN
SteffiSteffie
Famous people named Stephania
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Stephania (Byzantine leader)
Stephania used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.
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Stephania (Greek poet or artist)
Stephania helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Stephania (modern Greek athlete)
Stephania brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Stephania (ancient philosopher)
Stephania bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.
How is Stephania written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Stephania?
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 Stephania
What does the name Stephania mean?
Stephania 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 Stephania?
Stephania is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Stephania have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Stephania?
Stephania 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.
How do you pronounce the name Stephania?
Stephania is a four-syllable name pronounced stif-AN-ee-uh. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Stephania?
Stephania 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.