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Steeven

♂ Boy

Pronounced STEE-vun /ˈstiː.vən/High

Meaning: A modern respelling of Steven, from Greek Stephanos, 'crown; garland' — the name of Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr. The doubled -ee- spelling is common in Latino and French-influenced families.Medium

In 30 seconds: A respelling of Steven: the Greek root Stephanos means 'crown' (said 'STEE-vun').
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Origin MediumGreek, English
MeaningA modern respelling of Steven, from Greek Stephanos, 'crown; garland' — the name of Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr. The doubled -ee- spelling is common in Latino and French-influenced families.
U.S. rank (2024)#13925 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2003
Total births (all-time)≈ 30

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201119912024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Steeven is a modern respelling of Steven, itself from Greek Stephanos, 'crown; garland'. Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr, carried the name into Europe, where it flourished in every language. The doubled-vowel spelling turns up especially in Latino and French-influenced families. Familiar, classic, and freshly spelled (said 'STEE-vun').

It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S., far behind Steven and Stephen. Rare spelling, classic, and clear.

Did you know? Every Steven and Steeven wears a crown — Greek stephanos means a wreath or garland of victory, the name of Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr (said 'STEE-vun').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Steeven — Respelling of Steven; Greek Stephanos 'crown'

Variations

StevenStephenStevens

Nicknames

SteveStevie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Steeven mean?

Steeven respells Steven, from Greek Stephanos, 'crown; garland' — the name of Saint Stephen.

How do you pronounce Steeven?

It's said STEE-vun /ˈstiː.vən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Steeven a boy or girl name?

Steeven is a boy's name.

How popular is Steeven?

Steeven is a rare spelling for boys in the U.S.

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