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Stephen

Stephen is a popular name of Greek origin derived from the word Stephanos meaning “crown” or “garland.” It is a prominent biblical name that was made famous by Saint Stephen. He was an disciple who spread the word of Christianity, which led to him becoming the first Christian martyr. He is now a revered figure in the Christian faith and is still recognized today on the 26th of December. Stephen is an influential and celebrated name, an excellent choice if you decide to raise a baby of this faith.
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Meaning

Crown,garland

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Pronunciation

STEE-vən

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Traits

  • Intelligent
  • Confident
  • Respectful
  • Ambitious

Compatibility

Stephen is a classic and timeless name that pairs well with traditional names for siblings. It also works nicely as a strong and dignified middle name. This name fits well in various cultural and stylistic settings, offering a sense of sophistication and refinement.

Intelligent Confident Respectful Ambitious

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Stephen Hawking

Stephen Hawking

Scientist

Born: January 8, 1942 · Oxford, England

Portrait of Stephen Colbert

Stephen Colbert

Comedian, TV Host

Born: May 13, 1964 · Washington, D.C., USA

Portrait of Stephen Dorff

Stephen Dorff

Actor

Born: July 29, 1973 · Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Portrait of Stephen Fry

Stephen Fry

Actor, Writer, Comedian

Born: August 24, 1957 · London, England

Portrait of Stephen King

Stephen King

Author

Born: September 21, 1947 · Portland, Maine, USA

Portrait of Stephen Curry

Stephen Curry

Basketball Player

Born: March 14, 1988 · Akron, Ohio, USA

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Stephen Original form
  • Stefan German, Swedish
  • Stéphane French
  • Esteban Spanish
  • Stefano Italian
  • Стефан Russian
  • Chinese
  • Hindi
  • Japanese

Cultural Adaptations

  • 斯蒂芬 (Sīdìfēn) Chinese
  • स्टीफन (Stīfana) Hindi
  • スティーブン (Sutībun) Japanese

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Frequently Asked Questions about Stephen

What does Stephen mean?
Crown,garland
What is the origin of Stephen?
Stephen has Greek origins.
Is Stephen popular?
Stephen has been viewed 115 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Stephen?
Similar names include Eric, Alex, Palmer, Murray, Trevor.
How do you pronounce Stephen?
Stephen is pronounced STEE-vən.

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