Name comparison
Mary vs Stephanie
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 9.3x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Mary | Stephanie |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 6,200,000 | 668,402 |
| Global rank | #13 | #50 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,290 | 1 in 11,969 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.6%) | Female (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 2 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,355,849 | 668,402 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 668k for Stephanie - a ratio of about 9.3x.
Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child'). Stephanie originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mary or Stephanie more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 668,402 for Stephanie. That is roughly 9.3x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Mary and Stephanie?
Mary originates from Hebrew. Stephanie originates from unknown sources.
Are Mary and Stephanie used for the same gender?
Both Mary and Stephanie are predominantly used as female names.
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