Stephen Holliman

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Stephen Holliman — crown
810K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Stephen Holliman 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 Holliman: Earl Holliman (1928–2024), American actor Gerod Holliman (born 1994), American football player John Holliman (1948–1998), American journalist L. Hugh Holliman, American politician Shirlie Holliman (born 1962), English pop singer 6711 Holliman, a main-belt asteroid 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: Holliman

English

Earl Holliman (1928–2024), American actor Gerod Holliman (born 1994), American football player John Holliman (1948–1998), American journalist L. Hugh Holliman, American politician Shirlie Holliman (born 1962), English pop singer 6711 Holliman, a main-belt asteroid

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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 Holliman

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 Holliman:

9
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Holliman?
The surname Holliman originates from English. Earl Holliman (1928–2024), American actor Gerod Holliman (born 1994), American football player John Holliman (1948–1998), American journalist L. Hugh Holliman, American politician Shirlie Holliman (born 1962), English pop singer 6711 Holliman, a main-belt asteroid
What are the origins of the name Stephen Holliman?
The name Stephen Holliman combines two different traditions: the first name Stephen has Greek roots, while the surname Holliman originates from English.
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