Stephen Tillotson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Stephen Tillotson — crown
810K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Stephen Tillotson 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 Tillotson: John Tillotson (1630–1694), Archbishop of Canterbury Thomas Tillotson (1750–1832), American politician Robert L. Tillotson (1786–1878), American lawyer and politician Lee Stephen Tillotson (1874–1957), American military officer Stephen Tillotson (1884–?), English footballer Roy Tillotson (1891–1962), American coach Neil Tillotson (1898–2001), American inventor Joseph Wirt Tillotson (1905–1959), American artist, also known by his pulp artist name Robert Fuqua Pete Tillotson (1936–2018), American basketball player Johnny Tillotson (1938–2025), American singer and songwriter Thad Tillotson (1940–. 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: Tillotson

English

John Tillotson (1630–1694), Archbishop of Canterbury Thomas Tillotson (1750–1832), American politician Robert L. Tillotson (1786–1878), American lawyer and politician Lee Stephen Tillotson (1874–1957), American military officer Stephen Tillotson (1884–?), English footballer Roy Tillotson (1891–1962), American coach Neil Tillotson (1898–2001), American inventor Joseph Wirt Tillotson (1905–1959), American artist, also known by his pulp artist name Robert Fuqua Pete Tillotson (1936–2018), American basketball player Johnny Tillotson (1938–2025), American singer and songwriter Thad Tillotson (1940–.

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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 Tillotson

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 Tillotson:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Tillotson?
The surname Tillotson originates from English. John Tillotson (1630–1694), Archbishop of Canterbury Thomas Tillotson (1750–1832), American politician Robert L. Tillotson (1786–1878), American lawyer and politician Lee Stephen Tillotson (1874–1957), American military officer Stephen Tillotson (1884–?), English footballer Roy Tillotson (1891–1962), American coach Neil Tillotson (1898–2001), American inventor Joseph Wirt Tillotson (1905–1959), American artist, also known by his pulp artist name Robert Fuqua Pete Tillotson (1936–2018), American basketball player Johnny Tillotson (1938–2025), American singer and songwriter Thad Tillotson (1940–.
What are the origins of the name Stephen Tillotson?
The name Stephen Tillotson combines two different traditions: the first name Stephen has Greek roots, while the surname Tillotson originates from English.
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