Stevie

Stevie is a given name and nickname that can be used for either gender. It is commonly a shortened form of Stephen for males and Stephanie for females, but it is also used independently as a standalone given name in many English-speaking countries.

The name derives from the Greek Stephanos, meaning crown or wreath. Over time, Stevie spread through English-speaking communities and became a familiar, informal form of address. While historically associated with men named Stephen, in modern usage Stevie is often considered gender-neutral and is used as a given name for people of any gender.

Notable people associated with the name include Stevie Wonder, the American musician Steveland Morris (born 1950), who has been a major figure in soul and pop music for decades; Stevie Nicks (born 1948), American singer-songwriter and a longtime member of Fleetwood Mac; Stevie Ray Vaughan (1954–1990), American blues guitarist and guitarist; and Stevie Smith (1902–1971), English poet and novelist known for distinctive verse and themes of mortality. In contemporary media, Stevie J (born 1969) is an American music producer and television personality. The name also appears in fiction, such as Stevie Budd, a character in the television series Schitt’s Creek.

Related names include Stephen and Stephanie, from which Stevie is derived. The spelling and usage of Stevie vary by region and era, but it remains a common, informal form used across genders.