A masculine given name derived from Stephen, meaning 'crown' or 'garland' in Greek.
From Greek 'Stephanos' meaning crown or garland, from 'stephein' (to encircle, crown). The name gained prominence through Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr, spreading throughout Europe via Christianity.
This name's journey from ancient Greek victory crowns to modern given names illustrates how religious history shapes naming traditions across cultures. The various spellings (Stephen, Steven, Stefan, Stephan) show how the same root adapts to different linguistic systems while maintaining its essential identity.
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