Stephenson
Greek · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Stephenson
Stephenson is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Stephen," derived from the Greek name Stephanos (Στέφανος), which means "crown" or "wreath." The name entered English through the Latin form Stephanus and Old English naming conventions.
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Etymology
Stephenson is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Stephen," derived from the Greek name Stephanos (Στέφανος), which means "crown" or "wreath." The name entered English through the Latin form Stephanus and Old English naming conventions.
The surname is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Britain and North America, with strong historical presence among Christian populations due to Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr (proto-martyr). Notable bearers include engineer Robert Stephenson and inventor George Stephenson, pioneers of railway technology in 19th-century Britain.
Stephenson currently ranks #13,796 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1953.
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