Stephanie Petro

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Stephanie Petro — crown
620K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Stephanie Petro is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Stephanie is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Stephanie or Stefanie is a feminine name that comes from the Greek name Στέφανος (Stephanos) meaning "wreath, garland, christmas wreath or crown". Forms of Stephanie in other languages include the German "Stefanie", the Italian, Czech, Polish, and Russian "Stefania", the Portuguese Estefânia (although the use of that version has become rare, and both the English and French versions are the ones commonly used), and the Spanish Estefanía. The form Stéphanie is from the French language, but Stephanie is now widely used both in English- and Spanish-speaking cultures. The surname Petro: Petro Balabuyev (1931–2007), Ukrainian airplane designer, engineer and professor, lead designer of many Antonov airplanes Petro Doroshenko (1627–1698), Cossack political and military leader, Hetman of Right-bank Ukraine (1665–1672) and a Russian voyevoda (governor) Petro Drevchenko (1863–1934), Ukrainian bandurist Petro Dyachenko (1895–1965), Ukrainian military commander Petro Dyminskyi (born 1954), Ukrainian politician, businessman and former footballer Petro Franko (1890–1941), Ukrainian educator and author Petro Georgiou (1947–2025), Australian politician Petro Goga, Chairman of the Constit. Stephanie is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 620K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Stephanie reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Stephanie

Meaning: crown

Greek

Stephanie or Stefanie is a feminine name that comes from the Greek name Στέφανος (Stephanos) meaning "wreath, garland, christmas wreath or crown". Forms of Stephanie in other languages include the German "Stefanie", the Italian, Czech, Polish, and Russian "Stefania", the Portuguese Estefânia (although the use of that version has become rare, and both the English and French versions are the ones commonly used), and the Spanish Estefanía. The form Stéphanie is from the French language, but Stephanie is now widely used both in English- and Spanish-speaking cultures.

Surname: Petro

English

Petro Balabuyev (1931–2007), Ukrainian airplane designer, engineer and professor, lead designer of many Antonov airplanes Petro Doroshenko (1627–1698), Cossack political and military leader, Hetman of Right-bank Ukraine (1665–1672) and a Russian voyevoda (governor) Petro Drevchenko (1863–1934), Ukrainian bandurist Petro Dyachenko (1895–1965), Ukrainian military commander Petro Dyminskyi (born 1954), Ukrainian politician, businessman and former footballer Petro Franko (1890–1941), Ukrainian educator and author Petro Georgiou (1947–2025), Australian politician Petro Goga, Chairman of the Constit.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Stephanie is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Stephanie by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Stephanie Petro

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Stephanie Petro:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Stephanie?
The first name Stephanie originates from Greek. Stephanie or Stefanie is a feminine name that comes from the Greek name Στέφανος (Stephanos) meaning "wreath, garland, christmas wreath or crown". Forms of Stephanie in other languages include the German "Stefanie", the Italian, Czech, Polish, and Russian "Stefania", the Portuguese Estefânia (although the use of that version has become rare, and both the English and French versions are the ones commonly used), and the Spanish Estefanía. The form Stéphanie is from the French language, but Stephanie is now widely used both in English- and Spanish-speaking cultures.
When was Stephanie most popular?
The name Stephanie reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Petro?
The surname Petro originates from English. Petro Balabuyev (1931–2007), Ukrainian airplane designer, engineer and professor, lead designer of many Antonov airplanes Petro Doroshenko (1627–1698), Cossack political and military leader, Hetman of Right-bank Ukraine (1665–1672) and a Russian voyevoda (governor) Petro Drevchenko (1863–1934), Ukrainian bandurist Petro Dyachenko (1895–1965), Ukrainian military commander Petro Dyminskyi (born 1954), Ukrainian politician, businessman and former footballer Petro Franko (1890–1941), Ukrainian educator and author Petro Georgiou (1947–2025), Australian politician Petro Goga, Chairman of the Constit.
What are the origins of the name Stephanie Petro?
The name Stephanie Petro combines two different traditions: the first name Stephanie has Greek roots, while the surname Petro originates from English.
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