What is Steve short for?

In old records, Steve is usually short for Stephen. It can also stand for Steven. You will find it in American and British records, chiefly 1900s. The Steve-to-Stephen jump is easy to miss, so it is worth searching both when you hit a dead end.

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Does Steve always mean Stephen?+

Not always. Steve most often stands for Stephen, but it also appears for Steven. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.

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