Declining since 1991, #2,895 for girls today.
Popularity of Stephany since 1910
Babies named Stephany per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 174 |
| 1920s | 81 |
| 1930s | 101 |
| 1940s | 294 |
| 1950s | 476 |
| 1960s | 696 |
| 1970s | 1,144 |
| 1980s | 2,427 |
| 1990s | 4,519 |
| 2000s | 3,477 |
| 2010s | 1,456 |
| 2020s | 326 |
Meaning & origin
Stephany is a secondary spelling of Stephanie, a name that peaked in the U.S. in 1992, when it reached its highest rank. Since 1991, however, its frequency has been steadily falling. In 2025, the name ranked 2895th, with roughly 1 in 27,712 newborn girls receiving it. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1910. The variant's popularity has been concentrated in states such as New York, Florida, and Texas. While less common than the standard Stephanie, Stephany remains a recognizable and phonetically intuitive alternative for parents seeking a familiar yet slightly distinctive choice.
Stephany is a variant spelling of Stephanie, the feminine form of Stephen, from the Greek name Στέφανος (Stephanos) meaning 'crown' or 'garland'. The name was borne by Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr, and became widespread across Europe through Byzantine and then Western Christian influence. The spelling with 'ph' is common in English and reflects the Greek phi.
Where Stephany is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Steph, Annie, Stephy
Sibling names for Stephany
Names that share Stephany's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Stephany
Names whose popularity has moved with Stephany's over the last 50 years.
