Stephanie
Girl name · 8,597 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Stephanie: 8,597 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 772 births in 1990.
Stephanie, the feminine form of Stephen, comes from the Greek *Stephanos*, meaning “crown” or “garland,” and was popularised across Europe by early Christian martyrs and saints. Princess Stephanie of Monaco, the spirited daughter of Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier III, brought a modern glamour to the name, while Stephanie Grisham served as White House Press Secretary. The city of Stephanskirchen in Germany shares the same etymological root, as do many churches dedicated to Saint Stephen. A steady favourite in Scotland from the 1970s onwards, Stephanie experienced a notable surge in popularity following the rise of American television personality Stephanie “Stevie” Tanner on *Full House*—a cultural touchstone that gave the name a warm, girl-next-door appeal.
Girl 50 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 1990772 babies
- Latest (2024)
- #5415 babies
- Total births
- 8,597since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 37%vs prior 5y