Stephanie
Stephanie: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈstɛfəni/
Meaning and origin of Stephanie
- A female given name from French.
Etymology
Borrowed from French Stéphanie. The standard English feminine form of Stephen. Doublet of Stephania.
How popular is Stephanie?
Since 1880, 745,148 girls and 2,638 boys in the U.S. have been named Stephanie (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #6 in 1984. Its highest rank for boys was #838 in 1989. In 2025 it ranked #557 for girls, with 543 babies given the name.
Names similar to Stephanie
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Sibling name ideas for Stephanie
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Stephanie FAQ
What does the name Stephanie mean?
A female given name from French. Borrowed from French Stéphanie. The standard English feminine form of Stephen. Doublet of Stephania.
What is the origin of the name Stephanie?
Stephanie is listed as a name of French origin.
How popular is the name Stephanie?
Since 1880, 745,148 girls and 2,638 boys in the U.S. have been named Stephanie (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #6 in 1984. Its highest rank for boys was #838 in 1989. In 2025 it ranked #557 for girls, with 543 babies given the name.
Is Stephanie a boy or girl name?
Stephanie is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 745,148 girls and 2,638 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.