Name comparison
Mary vs Stephen
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 9.9x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Mary | Stephen |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 6,200,000 | 628,292 |
| Global rank | #13 | #53 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,290 | 1 in 12,733 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.6%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 2 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,355,849 | 628,292 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 628k for Stephen - a ratio of about 9.9x.
Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child'). Stephen originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mary or Stephen more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 628,292 for Stephen. That is roughly 9.9x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Mary and Stephen?
Mary originates from Hebrew. Stephen originates from unknown sources.
Are Mary and Stephen used for the same gender?
Mary is 0.4% male, while Stephen is 99.7% male.
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