Istvan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEES-tvan / ˈiʃtvaːnHungarian; Slavic
Meaning
Hungarian: Stephen; Slavic: crown
Historical & Cultural Background
Istvan is the Hungarian form of the name Stephen, which has roots in the Greek name Stephanos, meaning 'crown' or 'garland'. The name has been popular in Hungary since the time of Saint Stephen, the first king of Hungary, who was canonized in the 11th century. It is a common name in various Slavic countries as well, often associated with leadership and nobility.
Trend Summary
The name Istvan has seen fluctuating popularity in Hungary, often ranking among the top names for boys.
Similar Names
Variants
- István
- Stefan
International Variants
- Stefan (German)
- Esteban (Spanish)
- Stefano (Italian)
- Stéphane (French)
Famous people named Istvan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Istvan was first seen in the United States in 1962. Istvan has ranked as high as #1275 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Istvan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Istvan
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 |