Steve Hood

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Steve Hood — English
369K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Steve Hood is a name that combines English origins. The first name Steve is a masculine given name of English origin. Steve is a masculine given name, usually a short form (hypocorism) of Steven or Stephen. Steve Abel (born 1970), New Zealand politician Steve Addabbo, American record producer, songwriter and audio engineer Steve Agee (born 1969), American comedian, actor, writer and musician Steve Agnew (born 1965), English football coach and former professional football player Steve Alaimo (1939–2024), American singer, record & TV producer, label owner Steve Albini (1961–2024), American musician, record producer, audio engineer, and music journalist Steve Allen (1921–2000), American television personality, m. The surname Hood: Alan Hood, astronomy professor at the University of St Andrews Christopher Hood (1947–2025), Oxford professor Hugh Hood (1928–2000), Canadian novelist and professor John Hood (born 1952), New Zealand businessman and administrator Joseph Douglas Hood (1889–1966), American entomologist Leroy Hood (born 1938), American biologist Paul Hood (academic administrator) (died 1668), English academic administrator Sinclair Hood (1917–2021), Irish archaeologist and academic William Hood, American art historian Bruce Hood (1936–2018), Canadian author, businessman, politician, and NHL referee Colton Hood (b. Steve is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 369K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Steve reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Steve

English

Steve is a masculine given name, usually a short form (hypocorism) of Steven or Stephen. Steve Abel (born 1970), New Zealand politician Steve Addabbo, American record producer, songwriter and audio engineer Steve Agee (born 1969), American comedian, actor, writer and musician Steve Agnew (born 1965), English football coach and former professional football player Steve Alaimo (1939–2024), American singer, record & TV producer, label owner Steve Albini (1961–2024), American musician, record producer, audio engineer, and music journalist Steve Allen (1921–2000), American television personality, m.

Surname: Hood

Irish

Alan Hood, astronomy professor at the University of St Andrews Christopher Hood (1947–2025), Oxford professor Hugh Hood (1928–2000), Canadian novelist and professor John Hood (born 1952), New Zealand businessman and administrator Joseph Douglas Hood (1889–1966), American entomologist Leroy Hood (born 1938), American biologist Paul Hood (academic administrator) (died 1668), English academic administrator Sinclair Hood (1917–2021), Irish archaeologist and academic William Hood, American art historian Bruce Hood (1936–2018), Canadian author, businessman, politician, and NHL referee Colton Hood (b.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Steve is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Steve by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Steve Hood

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 Steve Hood:

5
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale 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 Steve?
The first name Steve originates from English. Steve is a masculine given name, usually a short form (hypocorism) of Steven or Stephen. Steve Abel (born 1970), New Zealand politician Steve Addabbo, American record producer, songwriter and audio engineer Steve Agee (born 1969), American comedian, actor, writer and musician Steve Agnew (born 1965), English football coach and former professional football player Steve Alaimo (1939–2024), American singer, record & TV producer, label owner Steve Albini (1961–2024), American musician, record producer, audio engineer, and music journalist Steve Allen (1921–2000), American television personality, m.
When was Steve most popular?
The name Steve reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Hood?
The surname Hood originates from Irish. Alan Hood, astronomy professor at the University of St Andrews Christopher Hood (1947–2025), Oxford professor Hugh Hood (1928–2000), Canadian novelist and professor John Hood (born 1952), New Zealand businessman and administrator Joseph Douglas Hood (1889–1966), American entomologist Leroy Hood (born 1938), American biologist Paul Hood (academic administrator) (died 1668), English academic administrator Sinclair Hood (1917–2021), Irish archaeologist and academic William Hood, American art historian Bruce Hood (1936–2018), Canadian author, businessman, politician, and NHL referee Colton Hood (b.
What are the origins of the name Steve Hood?
The name Steve Hood combines two different traditions: the first name Steve has English roots, while the surname Hood originates from Irish.
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