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Stephany
GirlGreek· “form of Stephanie; crown”
- Meaning
- form of Stephanie; crown
- Origin
- Greek
- Pronunciation
- STEH-fuh-nee
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #2,927
- US babies 2025
- 58
- Best rank
- #442 (1990)
- Peak year
- 1990
Meaning and origin of Stephany
Stephany is a Greek name that means “form of Stephanie; crown”.
Stephany is a spelling of Stephanie, the French feminine form of Stephen. Stephen comes from the Greek stephanos, "crown" or "wreath," the kind given to victors in ancient contests. Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr, made the name widely used across Europe. Stephanie became popular in English in the twentieth century, and many spellings followed, including Stefanie and Stephany. Pronounced STEH-fuh-nee, it has a classic, friendly sound. Steph and Stevie are easy nicknames. Stephany suits parents who want a familiar name with a slightly different spelling and a meaning tied to honor and achievement.
Other spellings with the same sound: Stephanie, Stefanie, Stefani, Stephani.
Popularity over time
Stephany first appears in US Social Security records in 1910. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 29 different years, starting in 1967. Its best national rank was #442 in 1990, the same year it reached its highest count of 564 babies. In 2025, 58 babies were named Stephany, and it ranked #2,927 nationally. That is 63% fewer than ten years earlier, so it is becoming less common.
Its national rank moved from #2,448 in 1920, #1,320 in 1950, #1,108 in 1980, #726 in 2000, #981 in 2010, and #2,927 in 2025. Of the 15,171 US girls named Stephany since records began, 30% were born in the 1990s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 3,477 babies. Since 2010, 1,782 more have been named Stephany.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Jalisa, Britany, Kala, Beatriz, and Breanne.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Stephany ranked highest in New York, Florida, and Texas.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New York | #1810 | 7 |
| Florida | #2124 | 6 |
| Texas | #2372 | 9 |
| California | #2467 | 8 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Stephany is usually pronounced STEH-fuh-nee, with three syllables. It has eight letters, starts with S and ends in “-ny”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Stephanie, Stefanie, Stefani, and Stephani.
Middle names for Stephany
A few middle names that flow with Stephany: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Stephany
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Stephany mean?
Stephany is a Greek name that means “form of Stephanie; crown”.
What is the origin of the name Stephany?
Stephany has Greek roots. Stephany is a spelling of Stephanie, the French feminine form of Stephen.
Is Stephany a popular name?
Not especially. Stephany ranked #2,927 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Stephany a boy or girl name?
Stephany is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Stephany?
Stephany is usually pronounced STEH-fuh-nee. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings