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Stefan

ˈʃtɛ.fan
ˈsteː.fan
ˈsteː.fɑn
ˈstɛ.fan
ˈstê.faːn
Overview

Gender

masculine

Origin

Categories

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ballerinos
crown
Dishonored characters
Disney characters
Elder Scrolls characters
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Writing Systems

СтефанBulgarianSerbianMacedonian
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
79/100
classic120%
mature80%
formal100%
upper class65%
wholesome100%
strong120%
refined100%
strange80%
simple65%
serious120%

Meaning & Etymology

Stefan is a form of the name Stephen, used in several languages. It has historical significance, particularly in the context of Serbian rulers who are venerated as saints in the Orthodox Church. The name carries connotations of leadership and sanctity due to its association with these historical figures.

Etymology

Original Form:

Stephen

Evolution:

The name Stefan evolved from the Greek name Stephanos, meaning 'crown' or 'wreath'. It was adopted into various languages, including Serbian, Romanian, and other Slavic languages, each adding its own ...

Source:

Etymological dictionaries and historical linguistics studies

Related Names

Stephan

Variants

Staffan

Variants

Steffen

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Steffen

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Stephan

Variants

Steven

Variants

Stefanus

Variants

Steffen

Variants

Szczepan

Variants

Stevan

Variants

Stjepan

Variants

Stef

Diminutives

Stefek

Diminutives

Stevo

Diminutives

Stevo

Diminutives

Stefania

Feminine Forms

Stefcia

Feminine Forms

Stefana

Feminine Forms

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