Stephany
“Crown, wreath”
English origin · Unisex name
#1364US 2023
836Births / yr
→Stable
14.9kAll-time births
📅 Since 191000.03% of births at peak
How to pronounce Stephany
stef-ə-nee
/stef-ə-nee/ · · 3 syllables
“Crown, wreath”
English origin · Unisex name
What does Stephany mean and where does it come from?
Stephany is derived from the Greek name 'Stephanos,' meaning 'crown' or 'wreath'. It traditionally symbolizes victory or honor and has been popular in various forms throughout history. The Latin influence emphasizes the concept of reward or recognition. The name is widespread in English-speaking nat
Cultural significance
Stephany has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of crown, wreath.
Peak popularity
Reached #442 in 1990 — currently #1364 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Stephany?
Stephany works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Stephany Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Stephany Rose
Floral · soft ending
Stephany Mae
Sweet · timeless
Stephany Claire
French influence · crisp
Stephany Jane
Literary · strong
Stephany Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Stephany right now?
Holding steady — currently #1364 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Stephany
Stephany entered American naming records in 1910 and has been in use for over 114 years. A total of 14,889 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2390 in 1910 to #1364 in 2023. Stephany is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.
Names that peaked alongside Stephany in 1990:
Stephany by decade
Stephany peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 174 | |
| 1920s | 81 | |
| 1930s | 101 | |
| 1940s | 294 | |
| 1950s | 476 | |
| 1960s | 695 | |
| 1970s | 1,144 | |
| 1980s | 2,426 | |
| 1990s ★ | 4,522 | |
| 2000s | 3,475 | |
| 2010s | 1,455 | |
| 2020s | 46 |
What are good nicknames for Stephany?
CROATIAN
ŠtefaŠtefica
ENGLISH
StephStevie
FRENCH
Fanny
GERMAN
SteffiSteffie
What names sound and feel like Stephany?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Stephany also consider these
Stefhany
American · crown, garland
Stephanny
American · Crown or garland
Steffany
American · crown, garland
Staphany
American · a variant of
Bethany
English-speaking countries · House of poverty
Estephany
Spanish-speaking countries · Crowned one
Sthefany
Spanish-speaking countries · Crown; that which
Epiphany
English-speaking countries · Manifestation or striking
How is Stephany written in other languages?
Gender variants of Stephany
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 Stephany
What does the name Stephany mean?
Stephany means "Crown, wreath" — a name rooted in English 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 Stephany?
Stephany 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 Stephany?
Stephany originates from English tradition. English 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 Stephany?
Stephany pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Stephany a common or rare name?
Stephany is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
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