Steven
crown, wreath (Greek via English)
Steven is a english / biblical boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 383, with 18,680 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
crown, wreath (Greek via English)
Steven derives from the Greek name Stephanos ('crown' or 'garland'). In the Christian tradition, Saint Stephen was the first martyr, giving the name a strong Biblical foundation. In the Philippines, the Anglicized spelling 'Steven' became widely adopted during the 20th century due to American influence.
Steven is the standard English spelling variant of Stephen, derived from the Greek name Stephanos, meaning 'crown' or 'wreath'. It gained widespread usage in the Philippines during the American colonial era and continues to be favored as a modern, classic English given name.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently used as a standalone first name or in compounds (e.g., Steven John, Mark Steven). Common nicknames in the Philippines include Steve, Stev, and Tep.
Related forms
- Esteban Spanish
- Stephen English
- Étienne French
- Stefano Italian
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Steven with common surname pairs
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How do I use Steven with two Filipino surnames?
Steven is the given name. The full name is Steven + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Steven a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Steven is number 383, with 18,680 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.