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Stewart name meaning
First Name
31k
in the U.S.
since 1880
31k
in the U.S.
since 1880
Last Name
325k
in the U.S.
in 2010
325k
in the U.S.
in 2010
Girls
Boys
Meaning and Origin
What does the name Stewart mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
Origin and Meaning of Stewart
User Submitted Origins
Scottish
55%
English
36%
German
5%
Indonesian
2%
French
2%
User Submitted Meanings
- According to a user from the United Kingdom, the name Stewart is of English origin and means "It is a derivation of the word 'Steward'. Walter the Steward came to Scotland as a knight in the service of Robert the Bruce. He was in charge of the household and estate".
- According to a user from Indiana, U.S., the name Stewart means "Derived from Steward. Given to service".
- According to a user from Philippines, the name Stewart means "Household guardian".
- A submission from India says the name Stewart means "Protector" and is of English origin.
- A user from Tennessee, U.S. says the name Stewart is of French origin and means "Keeper of the people".
- According to a user from Virginia, U.S., the name Stewart means "Smart".
- According to a user from Tennessee, U.S., the name Stewart means "God's reflection".
- A submission from Wisconsin, U.S. says the name Stewart means "Hall gaurdian" and is of German origin.
International Interest
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Other Dictionary Sources
- Scottish philosopher and follower of Thomas Reid (1753-1828)
- United States film actor who portrayed incorruptible but modest heros (1908-1997)
Wiktionary
From steward.
- A Scottish surname.
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Stewart was also found in the following language(s): Scots
Notable Persons Named Stewart
Notable Persons Named Stewart
Stewart Copeland
Stewart Copeland is a rock music, reggae, pop music, new wave music, jazz fusion, and post-punk musician. He was most active from 1974 to present. Stewart was given the name Stewart Armstrong Copeland on July 16th, 1952 in Alexandria, Virginia, USA. Stewart is also known as Klark Kent and Drum Pow Stew.
Stewart Granger
Stewart Granger was an actor. He was most active from 1933 to 1933. Stewart was given the name James Lablache Stewart on May 6th, 1913 in Kensington, London, England. Stewart is also known as Jimmy Stewart. He left this life on August 16th, 1993.
Stewart Lee
Stewart Lee is a stand-up comedy, columnist, author, and stand up comedian. Stewart was given the name Stewart Graham Lee on April 5th, 1968 in Wellington, Shropshire, England.
Stewart Downing
Stewart Downing is a soccer player for the Middlesbrough F.C., Middlesbrough F.C. Reserves, Academy, Sunderland A.F.C., Aston Villa F.C., Liverpool F.C., West Ham United F.C., England national under-21 football team, England national football B team, and England national football team. Stewart was born on July 22nd, 1984 in Middlesbrough, England.
Stewart Butterfield
Stewart Butterfield is an entrepreneur and businessman. Stewart was given the name Daniel Stewart Butterfield in 1973 in Lund, British Columbia.
Stewart Brand
Stewart Brand is a writer, editor, entrepreneur, and entrepreneurship. Stewart was born on December 14th, 1938 in Rockford, Illinois.
Notable Persons With the Last Name Stewart
Notable Persons With the Last Name Stewart
Sir Patrick Stewart
Sir Patrick Stewart is an actor and voice actor. His most notable accomplishments were from 1959 to present. Patrick was born on July 13th, 1940 in Mirfield, West Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
Kristen Stewart
Kristen Stewart is an actress. She was most active from 1999 to present. Kristen was given the name Kristen Jaymes Stewart on April 9th, 1990 in Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Jon Stewart
Jon Stewart is a political satire, news satire, observational comedy, physical comedy, ribaldry, insult comedy, and deadpan comedian. Jon was given the name Jonathan Stuart Leibowitz on November 28th, 1962 in New York, New York, U.S.
James Stewart
James Stewart was an actor. He was most prominent from 1932 to 1991. James was born on May 20th, 1908 in Indiana, Pennsylvania. He passed away on July 2nd, 1997.
Rod Stewart
Rod Stewart is a rock music, pop music, blue-eyed soul, blues rock, and folk rock musician. He plays Vocals. He was most active from 1961 to present. Rod was given the name Roderick David Stewart on January 10th, 1945 in Highgate, North London, England. Rod is also known as Rod the Mod".
Martha Stewart
Martha Stewart is a businesswoman, writer, television personality, and former fashion model. Martha was given the name Martha Helen Kostyra on August 3rd, 1941 in Jersey City, New Jersey, U.S.
- BooBoo StewartActor
- Sly StoneMusician
- Gloria StuartActress
- Phyllis Schlafly
- David A. StewartMusician
- Al StewartMusician
- Sir Jackie StewartFormula One Racer
- Ian StewartMusician
- Breanna StewartBasketball Player
- Tony StewartNascar Driver
- Payne StewartGolf Player
- Stewart GrangerActor
- Josh StewartActor
- Potter StewartJudge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
Common last names for Stewart
Ethnicity Distribution
| Ethnicity | Stewart | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| █ | White | 69.17% | 64.26% |
| █ | African American | 24.86% | 11.96% |
| █ | Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander | 0.48% | 4.85% |
| █ | American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.77% | 0.69% |
| █ | Two or More Ethnicities | 2.24% | 1.76% |
| █ | Hispanic or Latino | 2.49% | 16.26% |
Of Last Name Stewart
People with the last name Stewart are most frequently White or African American
Entire United States
Fun Facts about the name Stewart
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