Stephen Pauly

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Stephen Pauly — crown
810K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Stephen Pauly 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 Pauly: Adrienne Pauly, French actress and pop-rock singer Alain Pauly, Belgian entomologist; the standard abbreviation for his name when referring to biologixal taxa described by him is Pauly August Pauly, German teacher and encyclopedist Daniel Pauly, French-born fishery scientist in Canada David Pauly, American baseball player Dieter Pauly, German football referee Ira B. Pauly, American psychiatrist Jean Samuel Pauly, Swiss inventor of flying machines and the integrated cartridge. John J. Pauly, Marquette University Chancellor Louis Pauly, political scientist in Canada Mark V. 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: Pauly

French

Adrienne Pauly, French actress and pop-rock singer Alain Pauly, Belgian entomologist; the standard abbreviation for his name when referring to biologixal taxa described by him is Pauly August Pauly, German teacher and encyclopedist Daniel Pauly, French-born fishery scientist in Canada David Pauly, American baseball player Dieter Pauly, German football referee Ira B. Pauly, American psychiatrist Jean Samuel Pauly, Swiss inventor of flying machines and the integrated cartridge. John J. Pauly, Marquette University Chancellor Louis Pauly, political scientist in Canada Mark V.

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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 Pauly

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 Pauly:

9
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

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

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 Pauly?
The surname Pauly originates from French. Adrienne Pauly, French actress and pop-rock singer Alain Pauly, Belgian entomologist; the standard abbreviation for his name when referring to biologixal taxa described by him is Pauly August Pauly, German teacher and encyclopedist Daniel Pauly, French-born fishery scientist in Canada David Pauly, American baseball player Dieter Pauly, German football referee Ira B. Pauly, American psychiatrist Jean Samuel Pauly, Swiss inventor of flying machines and the integrated cartridge. John J. Pauly, Marquette University Chancellor Louis Pauly, political scientist in Canada Mark V.
What are the origins of the name Stephen Pauly?
The name Stephen Pauly combines two different traditions: the first name Stephen has Greek roots, while the surname Pauly originates from French.
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