Stefen

Stefen is a masculine first name that is considered an alternative spelling of the Low German name Steffen. However, its origins lie in the Greek name Stephanos.

What does the name Stefen mean?

The name Stefen is a masculine designation that is considered an alternative spelling of Steffen. It originally comes from the Greek name Stephanos. In German translation, it means 'the crowned one' or 'the garlanded one'. The roots of the name can be found in Ancient Greek, derived from the terms stéphanos (στέϕανος), meaning 'the wreath', 'the crown', and 'the victory wreath', as well as from stéphein (στέφειν), which means 'to crown' or 'to encircle'. The most common form in the German-speaking area is Stefan.

Where does the name Stefen come from?

The name Stefen has its roots in Ancient Greek and means 'the garlanded one' or 'the crowned one'.

How do you pronounce Stefen?

The sound and pronunciation of Stefen are two syllables and harmonious. It is pronounced as 'Ste-fen' [ˈʃteːfən] or [ˈsteːfən], with the long 'e' giving the name a particular clarity. The second syllable ends softly on '-en'. This gentle ending gives the name a rounded and balanced note. Stefen feels classic and down-to-earth, with a clear structure and a calm aura.

When is the name day of Stefen?

Stefen celebrates his name day on February 2, August 16, December 26, and December 27.

Popularity

In Germany, Stefen is a rather rare first name. In 2014, it reached the 3,829th place on the list of the most common male baby names. Between 2010 and 2024, the name Stefen was given less than 10 times in Germany, placing it at 9,082nd. In the last ten years, no child has been baptized with this name.