Steffy
A girl's name of Greek origin with 12 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Steffy is a two-syllable girl's name with a sharp, distinct sound — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. With only 12 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Steffy is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Steffy is a girl's baby name of Greek origin, a diminutive of Stephanie meaning 'crown,' with a cheerful, breezy quality.
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Steffy is cataloged under the Greek naming tradition. Greek-origin names have traveled through mythology, early Christianity, and scholarly tradition to become fixtures in naming cultures worldwide.
In the U.S., Steffy has been recorded as a girl's name since 1989, with 12 total births. Browse the Greek names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Steffy has 2+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1989.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 7 | #11651 | ▲ |
| 1980s | 5 | #14269 | — |
The Story of Steffy
A Millennial name
Peaking in 1996, Steffy is a Millennial-era classic. Girls named Steffy are most likely born between 1989 and 1996.
How rare is Steffy?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Steffy is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1989, peaked in the 1990s with 7 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(2 years, 1989–1996)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 7 | #11651 |
| 1989 | 5 | #14269 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1989–1996