Stefan
Stefan is a Christian boy name of Greek origin, meaning “Crown, wreath”.
| Meaning | Crown, wreath |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek |
| Pronunciation | STEF-ahn |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Germany, Poland, Serbia, Sweden |
Meaning and origin of Stefan
Stefan is the German, Scandinavian and Slavic form of Stephen, from the Greek stephanos, 'crown' or 'wreath', such as the garland given to victors in ancient games. Saint Stephen, described in the Acts of the Apostles, was the first Christian martyr. The name has been borne by many central and eastern European rulers, including Stefan Nemanja, founder of the medieval Serbian state.
Is Stefan a Christian name?
Stefan is a Christian name honouring Saint Stephen, the first martyr, and is used in both Catholic and Orthodox countries.
How popular is Stefan?
Widely used across central and eastern Europe and Scandinavia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Stefan mean?
Stefan means 'Crown, wreath'. It is of Greek origin.
Is Stefan a Christian name?
Stefan is a Christian name honouring Saint Stephen, the first martyr, and is used in both Catholic and Orthodox countries.
How do you pronounce Stefan?
Stefan is pronounced STEF-ahn.
Is Stefan a boy or girl name?
Stefan is usually a boy name.