Declining since 1987.
Popularity of Stephenie since 1912
Babies named Stephenie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 38 |
| 1920s | 16 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 158 |
| 1950s | 306 |
| 1960s | 791 |
| 1970s | 1,712 |
| 1980s | 1,535 |
| 1990s | 808 |
| 2000s | 273 |
| 2010s | 108 |
| 2020s | 26 |
Meaning & origin
Stephenie first recorded use was in 1912, but the name achieved its peak rank in 1974, during a period when variant spellings of traditional names were fashionable. Since 1987 the name has been in steady decline, and it no longer appears in the top 1000. Although exact historical data is limited, the name likely saw a surge in the 1970s alongside other -ie and -y endings such as Stephanie, which remained more popular. The spelling 'Stephenie' suggests a phonetic rendering that distinguishes it from the more common 'Stephanie.' No top states are recorded for this variant, indicating its usage was spread thinly across the country. As a feminine form of Stephen, it carries the same etymological meaning of 'crown' and remains a recognizable but uncommon choice.
Stephenie is a variant of Stephanie, the feminine form of Stephen, which comes from the Greek name Stephanos meaning 'crown' or 'garland.' The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the 20th century, and its popularity was bolstered by the 1970s rise of the -ie ending variant.
Where Stephenie 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, Stevie
Sibling names for Stephenie
Names that share Stephenie's style, for a brother or sister.
