"crown, wreath"
Origin: Greek Stephanos
Language: English
Stefano
Pronunciation: [ st-EHF-uhn-oh ]
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The elegant Italian crown of the Stephen family
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The Story of Stefano
Stefano is the Italian form of Stephen, from the Greek Stephanos meaning crown or wreath. Saint Stephen was the first Christian martyr, stoned to death for his faith around 36 AD, making this one of the earliest Christian names adopted across Europe. The Italian form retains the classical feel of the original Greek.
Stefano is a perennial top-name in Italy and remains popular among Italian-American families. It has also gained ground among non-Italian parents drawn to its melodic Mediterranean sound.
Saint Stephen is venerated as the protomartyr of Christianity. In Italy, the Feast of Saint Stephen on December 26 is a national holiday. Stefano has been borne by many Italian artists, composers, and footballers.
Historical Record
Stefano first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 3,071 babies have been named Stefano in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Stefano is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,301 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- December 26, the Feast of Saint Stephen, is a national holiday in Italy and other European countries
- Stefano Gabbana co-founded the Dolce and Gabbana fashion house
Stefano in Other Languages
Greek
Stephanos
French
Etienne
German
Stefan
Italian
Stefano
Spanish
Esteban
Portuguese
Estevao
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#2,301
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Stefano
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Stefano Accorsi
Actor
1971
Popular Italian film and television actor
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Stefano Gabbana
Business
1962
Italian fashion designer who co-founded the luxury brand Dolce and Gabbana
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Saint Stephen
Religious
5
First Christian martyr, stoned to death for preaching, venerated in the Catholic and Orthodox churches
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,301
- Total SSA Count
- 62
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Greek Croatian Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Stef
Fano
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Frequently Asked Questions About Stefano
What does the name Stefano mean?
"crown, wreath" (from Greek Stephanos). Stefano is the Italian form of Stephen, from the Greek Stephanos meaning crown or wreath. Saint Stephen was the first Christian martyr, stoned to death for his faith around 36 AD, making this one of the earliest Christian names adopted across Europe. The Italian form retains the classical feel of the original Greek.
What is the origin of the name Stefano?
Stefano has Greek Stephanos, Italian, Greek, Croatian, and Spanish origins. In Greek Stephanos, it means "crown, wreath".
Is Stefano a boy or girl name?
Stefano is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Stefano?
Stefano is pronounced st-EHF-uhn-oh.
How popular is the name Stefano?
Stefano is currently ranked #2301 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Stefano?
Common nicknames for Stefano include Stef and Fano.
What are good middle names for Stefano?
Popular middle name pairings include Stefano Marco, Stefano Antonio, Stefano Luca, Stefano Giovanni, Stefano Alessio, and Stefano Pietro.
What are good sibling names for Stefano?
Names that pair well with Stefano as siblings include Lucia, Marco, Elena, Matteo, Chiara, and Lorenzo.
How many syllables does Stefano have?
Stefano has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Stefano a common or rare name?
Stefano is an uncommon name, ranked #2301 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Stefano?
Are there other spellings for Stefano?
Related spellings include Stefan.
About the Name Stefano
Stefano is a boy name with Italian, Greek, Croatian, and Spanish origins . The name means "crown, wreath" in Greek Stephanos .
Stefano is currently ranked #2,301 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Stefano has 3 syllables and is pronounced st-EHF-uhn-oh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Stefano include Stef and Fano. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Stefano include Stefan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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