Stevie

Stevie is a diminutive of Stephen or Stephanie, from the Greek Stephanos meaning "crown" or "wreath" — originally awarded to victors and achievers. In modern culture, Stevie is most associated with Stevie Wonder and Stevie Nicks, two artists who turned the name into a byword for creative genius and unmistakable personal style. For pets, Stevie has a cool, androgynous quality that suits any companion with a strong personality and a distinct way of being in the world.

Stevie ranks #241 on the pet name charts and carries a musical, free-spirited energy that is genuinely hard to resist. Whether the association is Stevie Wonder's soulful brilliance or Stevie Nicks' bohemian rock mystique, the name suggests a companion with artistic sensibility and a signature style. Its Greek roots meaning "crown" are quietly apt — this is a pet who rules their domain. Stevie works beautifully for any gender and suits a companion who expresses themselves boldly and lives life on their own creative terms.