Esteban
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Crown, garland, wreath
Origin: Spanish
Popularity: Ranked #461 in 2025 with 673 babies born.
History: Esteban surged in the 2000s-2010s as the Spanish form of Stephen. The mysterious island in 'Les Mystérieuses Cités d'Or' featured Esteban — beloved by a generation of cartoon watchers. The name carries both Spanish heritage and adventure. Esteban represents the Spanish-language naming tradition at its most heroic.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Esteban? About 1 in 4,946 babies born in 2025 were named Esteban, or roughly 1.8 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Esteban
What does the name Esteban mean?
Esteban means “Crown, garland, wreath” from Spanish roots.
What is the origin of the name Esteban?
Esteban has Spanish origin. The traditional meaning is “Crown, garland, wreath”.
How popular is Esteban?
Esteban ranked #461 in 2025 — given to 673 babies that year.
When was Esteban most popular?
Esteban peaked in 2005 with 1,024 babies registered that year.
Is Esteban a boy or girl name?
Esteban is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Estebans in registered births are male.
Is the name Esteban rising or falling in popularity?
Esteban has risen 10 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #471 in 2020 to #461 in 2025.
How long has Esteban been recorded?
Esteban appears in birth records across 121 years — from 1891 through 2025.