Stephen Yearwood

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Stephen Yearwood — crown
810K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Stephen Yearwood 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 Yearwood: Barrington Yearwood (born 1986), Barbadian cricketer Gilberto Yearwood (born 1956), retired Honduran football player Jaylen Yearwood (born 2004), Trinidadian footballer Kathleen Yearwood (born 1958), Canadian experimental singer-songwriter and author Lennox Yearwood, minister, community activist, influential in Hip Hop political life Richard Yearwood (born 1970), English-Canadian voice-over artist, director, producer, and character actor Robin Yearwood, Antiguan politician and member of the Antigua Labour Party (ALP) Trisha Yearwood (born 1964), American country music artist Wayne Yearwood (bo. 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: Yearwood

English

Barrington Yearwood (born 1986), Barbadian cricketer Gilberto Yearwood (born 1956), retired Honduran football player Jaylen Yearwood (born 2004), Trinidadian footballer Kathleen Yearwood (born 1958), Canadian experimental singer-songwriter and author Lennox Yearwood, minister, community activist, influential in Hip Hop political life Richard Yearwood (born 1970), English-Canadian voice-over artist, director, producer, and character actor Robin Yearwood, Antiguan politician and member of the Antigua Labour Party (ALP) Trisha Yearwood (born 1964), American country music artist Wayne Yearwood (bo.

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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 Yearwood

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 Yearwood:

4
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Yearwood?
The surname Yearwood originates from English. Barrington Yearwood (born 1986), Barbadian cricketer Gilberto Yearwood (born 1956), retired Honduran football player Jaylen Yearwood (born 2004), Trinidadian footballer Kathleen Yearwood (born 1958), Canadian experimental singer-songwriter and author Lennox Yearwood, minister, community activist, influential in Hip Hop political life Richard Yearwood (born 1970), English-Canadian voice-over artist, director, producer, and character actor Robin Yearwood, Antiguan politician and member of the Antigua Labour Party (ALP) Trisha Yearwood (born 1964), American country music artist Wayne Yearwood (bo.
What are the origins of the name Stephen Yearwood?
The name Stephen Yearwood combines two different traditions: the first name Stephen has Greek roots, while the surname Yearwood originates from English.
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