Stephen Baltazar

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Stephen Baltazar — crown
810K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Stephen Baltazar is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Stephen is a masculine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Stephanos (Στέφανος), meaning "crown" or "wreath." Saint Stephen was the first Christian martyr. The surname Baltazar: Balthazar (novel), by Lawrence Durrell, 1958 Balthasar, an 1889 book by Anatole France Professor Balthazar, a Croatian animated TV series, 1967–1978 Balthazar (TV series), a 2018 French crime thriller drama Balthazar (band), a Belgian indie pop and rock group DJ Balthazar, a Bulgarian group Au hasard Balthazar, a 1966 French film directed by Robert Bresson Our Hero, Balthazar, a 2025 American comedy-drama film directed by Oscar Boyson Baltasar (footballer) (born 1966), Portuguese footballer Baltasar Gonçalves (born 1948), or Baltasar, Portuguese footballer Baltazar (footballer, born 1926) (192. Stephen is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 810K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Stephen reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Stephen

Meaning: crown

Greek

From the Greek Stephanos (Στέφανος), meaning "crown" or "wreath." Saint Stephen was the first Christian martyr.

Surname: Baltazar

Spanish

Balthazar (novel), by Lawrence Durrell, 1958 Balthasar, an 1889 book by Anatole France Professor Balthazar, a Croatian animated TV series, 1967–1978 Balthazar (TV series), a 2018 French crime thriller drama Balthazar (band), a Belgian indie pop and rock group DJ Balthazar, a Bulgarian group Au hasard Balthazar, a 1966 French film directed by Robert Bresson Our Hero, Balthazar, a 2025 American comedy-drama film directed by Oscar Boyson Baltasar (footballer) (born 1966), Portuguese footballer Baltasar Gonçalves (born 1948), or Baltasar, Portuguese footballer Baltazar (footballer, born 1926) (192.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 10%
Greece 8%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Stephen has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Steve
  • Steven
  • Stefan
  • Stefano
  • Esteban
  • Étienne

Notable People Named Stephen Baltazar

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 Stephen Baltazar:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

4
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Stephen?
The first name Stephen originates from Greek. From the Greek Stephanos (Στέφανος), meaning "crown" or "wreath." Saint Stephen was the first Christian martyr.
When was Stephen most popular?
The name Stephen reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Baltazar?
The surname Baltazar originates from Spanish. Balthazar (novel), by Lawrence Durrell, 1958 Balthasar, an 1889 book by Anatole France Professor Balthazar, a Croatian animated TV series, 1967–1978 Balthazar (TV series), a 2018 French crime thriller drama Balthazar (band), a Belgian indie pop and rock group DJ Balthazar, a Bulgarian group Au hasard Balthazar, a 1966 French film directed by Robert Bresson Our Hero, Balthazar, a 2025 American comedy-drama film directed by Oscar Boyson Baltasar (footballer) (born 1966), Portuguese footballer Baltasar Gonçalves (born 1948), or Baltasar, Portuguese footballer Baltazar (footballer, born 1926) (192.
What are the origins of the name Stephen Baltazar?
The name Stephen Baltazar combines two different traditions: the first name Stephen has Greek roots, while the surname Baltazar originates from Spanish.
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