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Steven name meaning
First Name
1.3m
in the U.S.
since 1880
1.3m
in the U.S.
since 1880
Last Name
3k
in the U.S.
in 2010
3k
in the U.S.
in 2010
Girls
Boys
Meaning and Origin
What does the name Steven mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
Origin and Meaning of Steven
User Submitted Origins
English
73%
Greek
23%
American
3%
User Submitted Meanings
- A user from New York, U.S. says the name Steven is of Greek origin and means "Crowned One, or He Wearing the Crown".
- 4 submissions from all over the world agree the name Steven means "Crowned One" and is of English origin.
- A submission from Canada says the name Steven means "The name Steven means Crown or Crowned one ".
- According to 2 people from Ohio, U.S., the name Steven is of English origin and means "The kings crown".
- A submission from Philippines says the name Steven means "Wearing the crown".
- 4 people from the United States and the United Kingdom agree the name Steven is of English / Greek origin and means "Crown".
- A submission from Arizona, U.S. says the name Steven means "From Greek 'stephanos' it means 'garland' and refers specifically to the laurel wreath or crown awarded to victors in war and sporting events. The Romans adopted the stephanos crown and it is often depicted worn by the Caesars" and is of Greek origin.
- According to a user from Singapore, the name Steven is of African Dutch (Afrikaans) origin and means "Ray of shining stones of the king".
- A user from Tennessee, U.S. says the name Steven means "Fit to be King".
- According to a user from Texas, U.S., the name Steven means "American".
International Interest
Also see international interest
Webster's Unabridged Dictionary
noun Ste"ven
Senses
- Voice; speech; language.(Obs. or Scot)"Ye have as merry a steven As any angel hath that is in heaven." [Chaucer.]
- An outcry; a loud call; a clamor.(Obs)"They setten steven for to meet To playen at the dice." [Chaucer.]
Etymology: AS. stefn stemn, voice; akin to D. stem, G. stimme, Goth. stibna
Wiktionary
From Latin Stephanus, from Ancient Greek Στέφανος (Stéphanos), from στέφανος (stéphanos, “crown, wreath”), from στέφω (stéphō, “to put round, to surround”).
- A male given name from Ancient Greek, variant of Stephen.
Steven was also found in the following language(s): Cebuano, Danish, and Dutch
Notable Persons Named Steven
Notable Persons Named Steven
Steve Jobs
Steve Jobs was a co-founder, chairman, ceo of, primary investor, founder, apple inc., pixar, and next. Steve was given the name Steven Paul Jobs on February 24th, 1955 in San Francisco. He died on October 5th, 2011.
Steven Spielberg
Steven Spielberg is a filmmaker. He has been prominent since 1963. Steven was given the name Steven Allan Spielberg on December 18th, 1946 in , Ohio, U.S.
Steven Seagal
Steven Seagal is a martial artist. Steven was born on April 10th, 1952 in Lansing, Michigan, United States.
Steve Carell
Steve Carell is an actor, comedian, director, producer, and writer. He has had major accomplishments since 1989. Steve was given the name Steven John Carell on August 16th, 1962.
Stone Cold Steve Austin
Stone Cold Steve Austin is a professional wrestler, actor, producer, and professional wrestling. He was most active from 1989 to 2003. Stone was given the name Steven James Anderson on December 18th, 1964 in Austin, Texas.
Yusuf Islam/Cat Stevens
Yusuf Islam/Cat Stevens is a folk music, pop music, rock music, and islamic music musician. He plays Vocals, guitar, piano, Bass guitar, Mandolin, Organ (music), Mellotron, Double bass, Ovation Guitar Company, Baldwin Piano Company, Epiphone Casino, Rhodes piano, Fender Telecaster, Gibson Everly Brothers Flattop, Gibson ES-335, and Gibson J-200. He holds the title The First Cut is the Deepest", Father, Son", Later", Old Schoolyard", and Was Dog a Doughnut?". His ongoing career started in 1965. Yusuf was given the name Steven Demetre Georgiou on July 21st, 1948 in Marylebone, London, England. Yusuf is also known as Steve Adams.
- MorrisseyMusician
- Steve BuscemiActor
- Steven TylerSinger-songwriter
- Steven YeunActor
- Steve AokiMusician
- Steven Gerrard MBESoccer Player
- Elliott SmithMusician
- Steven AdamsBasketball Player
- Steve BallmerOwner of the Los Angeles Clippers
- Steve HoweyActor
- Steven Van ZandtMusician
- Steve VaiMusician
- Steven SoderberghDirector
- Steve McQueenArtist
Notable Persons With the Last Name Steven
Notable Persons With the Last Name Steven
Carl Steven
Carl Steven was an actor. His most notable accomplishments were from 1979 to 1996. Carl was given the name Carlo Steven Krakoff on November 4th, 1974 in Glendale, California, U.S. Carl is also known as Krakoff and Carlo Steven. He died on July 31st, 2011.
Trevor Steven
Trevor Steven is a soccer player for the Burnley F.C., Everton F.C., Rangers F.C., Olympique de Marseille, England national under-21 football team, and England national football team. Trevor was born on September 21st, 1963 in Berwick-on-Tweed, England.
Jack Steven
Jack was born on March 28th, 1990.
Brett Steven
Brett Steven is a tennis player. Brett was born on April 27th, 1969 in Auckland.
Stewart Steven
Stewart Steven was an author, journalist, editor-in-chief, newspaper reporter, and newspaper editor. Stewart was given the name Stefan Gustaf Cohen on September 30th, 1935 in Hamburg. He died on January 19th, 2004.
Donald Steven
Donald was born on May 26th, 1945.
Ethnicity Distribution
| Ethnicity | Steven | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| █ | White | 70.76% | 64.26% |
| █ | African American | 17.07% | 11.96% |
| █ | Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander | 1.77% | 4.85% |
| █ | American Indian and Alaska Native | 2.72% | 0.69% |
| █ | Two or More Ethnicities | 1.73% | 1.76% |
| █ | Hispanic or Latino | 5.96% | 16.26% |
Of Last Name Steven
People with the last name Steven are most frequently White or African American
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Fun Facts about the name Steven
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