Find out how popular the first name Steeve has been for the last 16 years (from 2007 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Steeve by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Steeve is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Steeve.

The history of the first name Steeve

The given name Steeve is a variant spelling of the more common name Steve, which is derived from the Greek name Stephanos. Stephanos means "crown" or "garland" and was a popular name in ancient Greece.

Stephanos was also the name of several early Christian saints and martyrs, which helped to popularize the name among Christians. The name eventually spread to other parts of Europe and evolved into various spellings, including Stephen, Steven, and Steeve.

The earliest recorded use of the spelling Steeve dates back to the late 15th century in England. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Steeve Fox, an English poet and playwright who lived in the late 16th century.

Another notable figure named Steeve was Steeve Pankurst, a French explorer who traveled to the Americas in the early 17th century. He is credited with being one of the first Europeans to document the indigenous cultures of what is now Canada.

In the 18th century, Steeve Blanchard was a prominent French architect who designed several notable buildings in Paris. He is best known for his work on the Palais-Royal.

During the 19th century, Steeve Baluze was a French historian and philologist who made significant contributions to the study of medieval manuscripts and documents.

In the 20th century, Steeve Briault was a Canadian painter and sculptor known for his abstract expressionist works. He was born in 1923 and his art is featured in several notable collections.

While the spelling Steeve is less common than Steve or Stephen, it has been used throughout history by individuals from various backgrounds and professions. The name's roots in ancient Greek and its association with early Christian saints have contributed to its enduring legacy.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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