Stevey

OriginGreek

Meaning"garland, crown"

GenderBoy & girl

US rank · boysUnranked

Below 5 births

US rank · girlsUnranked

Below 5 births

About Stevey

Stevey is a masculine name that functions as a diminutive or affectionate variation of Steven or Stephen, which derive from the Greek 'Stephanos' meaning 'crown' or 'garland'. This informal spelling adds a playful, endearing quality to the traditional name. While Steven and Stephen have been consistently popular throughout the 20th and early 21st centuries, Stevey remains relatively uncommon as a formal given name, more frequently used as a nickname. The -ey ending creates a more casual, friendly impression than the formal Steven or the variant Stevie. Parents who choose Stevey as a birth name often appreciate its approachable, unpretentious quality while maintaining connection to the classic name's meaning of honor and victory. The spelling gives a distinctive twist to a familiar favorite.

Stevey for girls

Stevey as a feminine name represents an unusual and playful variation of Stevie, which itself is typically a diminutive of Stephanie (for girls) or Stephen/Steven (for boys). This spelling with the 'y' ending adds a distinctive touch to the already gender-flexible nickname. While Stevie gained some recognition as a standalone feminine name partly through association with singer Stevie Nicks, the Stevey variant remains extremely rare. The name carries a casual, friendly quality with its diminutive form and can be perceived as somewhat tomboyish while maintaining feminine connections. As a given name rather than a nickname, it reflects contemporary trends toward informal, approachable names and gender-neutral naming options.

Pronounced STEE-vee.

As of October 2026, Stevey ranked #7238 in US births in 1982 SSA, peaked at #3293 in 1963.