Boys name · West Virginia
Stephen in West Virginia
Stephen was the 248th most popular boys name in West Virginia in 2025, with 8 babies named Stephen that year. Since 1912, West Virginia families have named 8,426 babies Stephen.
Popularity over time
Stephen in West Virginia, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 | 193rd |
| 1928 | 11 | 225th |
| 1944 | 90 | 42nd |
| 1960 | 170 | 27th |
| 1975 | 114 | 31st |
| 1991 | 79 | 40th |
| 2007 | 22 | 113th |
| 2025 | 8 | 248th |
Its rank among boys names in West Virginia fell from 193rd in 1912 to 248th in 2025.
The most babies named Stephen in West Virginia in a single year was 307, in 1951. Its best showing was 17th among boys names in 1952.
Across the country, Stephen reached its best rank of 7th in Maine (1951). See Stephen in every state →
How popular is Stephen in West Virginia?
Stephen was the 248th most popular boys name in West Virginia in 2025, with 8 babies named Stephen that year. Since 1912, West Virginia families have named 8,426 babies Stephen.
How many babies are named Stephen in West Virginia?
In 2025, 8 babies were named Stephen in West Virginia. The most babies named Stephen in West Virginia in a single year was 307, in 1951.
What is the rank of Stephen in West Virginia?
Stephen ranked 248th among boys names in West Virginia in 2025. Its best showing was 17th among boys names in 1952.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.