Stephen Leggett

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Stephen Leggett — crown
810K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Stephen Leggett 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 Leggett: Anne M. Leggett, American mathematician Anthony James Leggett (1938–2026), British–American theoretical physicist and academic Christopher Leggett, American film producer Betty Leggett, American spiritualist and socialite Jack Leggett (b. 1954), American college baseball coach Jordan Leggett (b. 1995), American football player Isiah Leggett (b. 1944), American politician from Maryland Jay Leggett (1963–2013), American actor Jeremy Leggett (b. 1954), British social entrepreneur and writer Kimberley Leggett (b. 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: Leggett

English

Anne M. Leggett, American mathematician Anthony James Leggett (1938–2026), British–American theoretical physicist and academic Christopher Leggett, American film producer Betty Leggett, American spiritualist and socialite Jack Leggett (b. 1954), American college baseball coach Jordan Leggett (b. 1995), American football player Isiah Leggett (b. 1944), American politician from Maryland Jay Leggett (1963–2013), American actor Jeremy Leggett (b. 1954), British social entrepreneur and writer Kimberley Leggett (b.

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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 Leggett

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 Leggett:

1
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

8
Personality Number

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

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 Leggett?
The surname Leggett originates from English. Anne M. Leggett, American mathematician Anthony James Leggett (1938–2026), British–American theoretical physicist and academic Christopher Leggett, American film producer Betty Leggett, American spiritualist and socialite Jack Leggett (b. 1954), American college baseball coach Jordan Leggett (b. 1995), American football player Isiah Leggett (b. 1944), American politician from Maryland Jay Leggett (1963–2013), American actor Jeremy Leggett (b. 1954), British social entrepreneur and writer Kimberley Leggett (b.
What are the origins of the name Stephen Leggett?
The name Stephen Leggett combines two different traditions: the first name Stephen has Greek roots, while the surname Leggett originates from English.
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