Esteban
Esteban is a Christian boy name of Greek, via Spanish origin, meaning “Crown”.
| Meaning | Crown |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | es-TEH-bahn |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina |
Meaning and origin of Esteban
Esteban is the Spanish form of Stephen, from the Greek stephanos, 'crown' or 'wreath', such as the laurel crown given to victors. Saint Stephen, one of the first seven deacons chosen by the apostles, was the first Christian martyr; his preaching and stoning are told in Acts 6–7. The name has been used in Spain since the Middle Ages.
Is Esteban a Christian name?
Esteban honours Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr, whose story is told in the Acts of the Apostles.
How popular is Esteban?
Common in Spain and Latin America.
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Spellings and variants of Esteban
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Esteban mean?
Esteban means 'Crown'. It is of Greek, via Spanish origin.
Is Esteban a Christian name?
Esteban honours Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr, whose story is told in the Acts of the Apostles.
How do you pronounce Esteban?
Esteban is pronounced es-TEH-bahn.
Is Esteban a boy or girl name?
Esteban is usually a boy name.