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Stefan

STEF-ahn

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginGreek

The Story of Stefan

For over two thousand years, this name has crowned leaders, heroes, and saints, a name that carries the weight of victory and honor.

Stefan arrives from the Greek name Stephanos, meaning 'crown' or 'wreath.' It was the name of the first Christian martyr, Saint Stephen, whose unwavering faith and peaceful death in the first century AD inspired countless generations. From its Greek origins, the name spread throughout the Roman Empire and into Eastern Europe, where it became a regal and revered choice, particularly in Slavic cultures.

When you consider your son, does his spirit already seem to wear a crown, not of arrogance, but of quiet strength and innate leadership? Stefan is a name that feels solid when you say it, grounded yet noble. You'll feel its resonance when you write it on his birth certificate, a name that suggests he will build something lasting, like a victory wreath earned through integrity.

What It Means

Stefan is a variant of Stephen, derived from the Greek name Stephanos, meaning 'crown' or 'wreath'.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Stefan Edberg

    Swedish former world No. 1 tennis player

  • Stefan Zweig

    Austrian novelist, playwright, journalist and biographer

Personality Traits

IntelligentKindLoyalLeader

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#725 in 1991

Total Births

21,014

First Recorded

1910

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