| Meaning | crown, garland |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ste-phan |
About Stephan
This distinguished name carries a timeless quality that transcends fleeting trends. Stephan presents itself with quiet confidence, neither demanding attention nor fading into the background. The single 'f' spelling lends it a European sophistication while remaining accessible and pronounceable across cultures. Parents who choose this name often appreciate its classical roots without the weight of being overly common. It ages remarkably well, suiting both a curious toddler and a respected professional. The name's syllabic balance creates a pleasing rhythm when spoken aloud, and it pairs effortlessly with a wide range of middle and surnames. Notable bearers have included artists, scientists, and leaders, though the name never feels burdened by expectation. Stephan offers versatility in nickname options while standing perfectly well on its own, making it an enduring choice that respects tradition while feeling entirely contemporary.
Nicknames for Stephan
| Steph |
| Steve |
| Ste |
Famous People Named Stephan
| Stephan Hawking | Renowned physicist and cosmologist |
| Stephan Curry | Professional basketball player |
| Stephan Pastis | Cartoonist and creator of "Pearls Before Swine" |
| Stephan Jenkins | Lead singer of the band Third Eye Blind |
| Stephan Bonnar | Retired MMA fighter |
| Stephan Eicher | Swiss singer-songwriter |
| Stephan El Shaarawy | Professional footballer |
| Stephan Lichtsteiner | Former Swiss international footballer |
| Stephan Andersen | Danish goalkeeper |
| Stephan Luca | German actor |
| Stephan Shakespeare | Co-founder of YouGov, a research company |
| Stephan A. Schwartz | Author and researcher |
| Stephan James | Canadian actor |
| Stephan Balkenhol | German sculptor |
| Stephan Bender | American actor |
| Stephan Bodzin | German DJ and music producer |
| Stephan Kampwirth | German actor |
| Stephan Turnbull | Military historian and author |
| Stephan Winkelmann | CEO of Bugatti and Lamborghini |
| Stephan Talty | American author and journalist |
Characters Named Stephan
| Stephan Dedalus | Protagonist in James Joyce's novel "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man" |
| Stephan Urquelle | Altered ego of Steve Urkel in the TV show "Family Matters" |
| Stephan Laurent | Character in the film "The Intouchables" |
| Stephan R. Covey | Character in the movie "50 First Dates" |
| Stephan Vanderhoff | Character in the TV show "The Simpsons" |
| Stephan Moyer | Character in the TV show "True Blood" |
| Stephan Collier | Character in the novel "Sweet Valley High - Senior Year" |
| Stephan Xane | Character in the video game "Star Ocean" |
| Stephan Havelock | Character in the video game "Alpha Protocol" |
| Stephan Schleicher | Character in the movie "21 & Over" |
| Stephan Koenig | Character in the TV show "CSI - Miami" |
| Stephan Sterling | Character in the novel "The Luxe" by Anna Godbersen |
| Stephan Ackerman | Character in the movie "The Art of Getting By" |
| Stephan Gavronsky | Character in the TV show "House of Cards" |
| Stephan Nielson | Character in the novel "The Death and Life of Zebulon Finch" |
| Stephan Roget | Character in the video game "Skullgirls" |
| Stephan Piscatella | Character in the movie "The Perfect Host" |
| Stephan Peacock | Character in the TV show "Pretty Little Liars" |
| Stephan Lyserg | Character in the manga and anime series "Shaman King" |
| Stephan Kalinski | Character in the novel "Missing" |