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Steffon

♂ Boy

Pronounced STEF-un /ˈstɛfən/High

Meaning: A modern respelling of Stephen/Stefan, from Greek Stephanos, 'crown, garland.' The variant spelling gives a familiar name a fresh look.Medium

In 30 seconds: A crowned classic, restyled: Steffon respins Stephen, Greek for 'crown' (said 'STEF-un'). Familiar and fresh.
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Origin MediumGreek
MeaningA modern respelling of Stephen/Stefan, from Greek Stephanos, 'crown, garland.' The variant spelling gives a familiar name a fresh look.
U.S. rank (2024)#10732 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1994
Total births (all-time)≈ 877

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199419602024

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

Steffon restyles Stephen and Stefan, from Greek Stephanos, 'crown, garland,' the name of the first Christian martyr. The variant spelling gives it a contemporary edge. Familiar and warm (said 'STEF-un').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, a modern spin on a classic. Crowned, familiar, and fresh.

Did you know? Steffon is a modern respelling of Stephen, from Greek Stephanos, 'crown' or 'garland' - a fresh look for an ancient, honored name (said 'STEF-un').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Steffon — Respelling of Stephen; Greek Stephanos 'crown'

Variations

StephonStefonStephen

Nicknames

SteffStef

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Steffon mean?

Steffon respins Stephen, from Greek Stephanos, 'crown' or 'garland.'

How do you pronounce Steffon?

It's said STEF-un /ˈstɛfən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Steffon a boy or girl name?

Steffon is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Steffon?

Steffon is an uncommon respelling of a classic name for boys in the U.S.

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