STEPHEN  

Gender: M
Origin: Greek
Meaning: "garland, crown"

Popularity in 2008: #192

The likable nickname Steve has helped keep the classic Stephen/Steven very much alive; the name of the first Christian martyr is no longer fashionable, but still retains its strength, dignity, and appeal.

Variations:
Steph, Stef, Stevenson, Stevin, Stevan, Steven, Stephon, Stevy, Stevie, Steffen, Steffon, Stevyn, Steafan, Stephanus, Stevey, Stevon, Steve

Stephen is being discussed in our message boards:

• little Lilia begs for brother's name, please:)!
• Best of British - some Telegraph birth announcements
• Mayflower Names!
• Don't You Wish...
• HELP!

Read Nameberry blog posts about Stephen:

• NEW NAMES IN THE CELEBRISPHERE
• PRESIDENTIAL FIRST NAMES