Steven

Steven is a surname of English origin that derives from the given name "Stephen". The name "Stephen" itself comes from the Greek name "Stephanos", meaning "crown" or "wreath".

The Steven surname is found predominantly in the United Kingdom, particularly in England, with notable concentrations in areas such as London, Essex, and Kent. It is also common in other English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Individuals bearing the surname Steven can be found in various fields, including literature, music, politics, and the arts. Notable bearers of the surname include British musician and singer Cat Stevens, also known as Yusuf Islam, as well as British author and actor Mary Stewart.

The Steven surname has a rich history and is part of the tapestry of British surnames. Its prevalence and distribution make it a significant and recognisable name both in the United Kingdom and around the world.

There are approximately 3,432 people named Steven in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,665th most common surname in Britain. Around 53 in a million people in Britain are named Steven.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Kenneth
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Robert
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Anne
  • Catherine
  • Elizabeth
  • Fiona
  • Helen
  • Jacqueline
  • Jane
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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