Steven
Meaning: Crown or wreath
Origin: Greek
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #26
Total births: 21,788
History: Steven peaked in the 1970s-80s in Australia. Steve Smith became one of cricket's greatest batsmen — his unorthodox technique and mental toughness define modern Australian batting. Steve Waugh captained Australia's greatest cricket team. In Australia, Steven means cricket mastery.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2000) | #84 |
| Babies named Steven in 2000 | 106 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 21,788 |
| Peak year | 1960 (725 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #12 |
| Years in records | 1952–2000 (49 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 25 spots |
Frequently asked about Steven
What does the name Steven mean?
Steven means “Crown or wreath” from Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Steven?
Steven has Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Crown or wreath”.
How popular is Steven in Australia?
Steven ranked #84 in Australia in 2000 — given to 106 babies that year.
When was Steven most popular?
Steven peaked in 1960 with 725 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Steven a boy or girl name?
Steven is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Stevens in registered births are male.
Is the name Steven rising or falling in popularity?
Steven has fallen 25 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #59 in 1995 to #84 in 2000.
How long has Steven been recorded in Australia?
Steven appears in birth records in Australia across 49 years — from 1952 through 2000.