Estephanie is a unique and beautiful name of Spanish origin. It is derived from the Spanish name Estefanía, which is in turn derived from the Latin name Stephanie. The name Stephanie is composed of two elements: "stephanus" meaning "crown" or "garland" and "-ia", a feminine suffix.
The name Estephanie therefore means "crowned" or "garlanded", referring to the wearing of a crown or wreath as a symbol of honor, victory, or achievement. This could be associated with various qualities such as dignity, glory, triumph, or success.
The use of the name Estephanie dates back to the Middle Ages in Spain, where it was often used among the nobility. It gained popularity during the Renaissance period and has since been used throughout Spain and Latin America. In recent years, the name has also become popular in other parts of the world, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Estephanie is a name that stands out due to its unique spelling and sound. It is often associated with elegance, sophistication, and strength. Despite being less common than Stephanie or Stefanie, Estephanie remains a beautiful and meaningful name choice for parents looking for something distinctive yet timeless for their daughter.
The statistics provided show the annual birth numbers of babies named Estephanie in the United States from 1983 to 2023.
In the early years recorded, the number of births was relatively low, with only 5 births in 1983 and 8 births in 1984. However, there was a significant increase in popularity during the late 1980s and early 1990s, reaching a peak of 78 births in 1991.
The trend continued to rise throughout most of the 1990s, with notable years including 93 births in 1995, 94 births in 1996, and 95 births in 2002. However, after this period, the popularity of the name Estephanie began to decline.
From 2008 onwards, the number of births with this name consistently fell below 50 per year, reaching a low of 9 births in both 2020 and 2023.
In total, over the span of nearly four decades (from 1983 to 2023), there were 1,832 babies named Estephanie born in the United States. Despite fluctuations in popularity over time, this figure demonstrates that Estephanie has been a recognizable and used name for newborn girls during this period.