Stefanos Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSTEH-fah-nohs / ˈstɛf.ə.nosGreek
Meaning
Crown; garland
Historical & Cultural Background
Stefanos is derived from the Greek name 'Stephanos', which has been used since ancient times. It is associated with the Christian martyr Saint Stephen, who is considered the first Christian martyr in the New Testament. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Greece, where it is often given to boys. It symbolizes honor and victory, reflecting the significance of crowns in ancient Greek culture.
Trend Summary
The name Stefanos has seen moderate popularity in the U.S., particularly within Greek communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Stefan
- Stef
- Stefanie
International Variants
- Stefano (Italian)
- Esteban (Spanish)
- Stephen (English)
Famous people named Stefanos
Stefanos Tsitsipas is a Greek professional tennis player known for his achievements on the ATP Tour.
Stefanos Kourouklis is a Greek politician who has served in various governmental roles.
Stefanos Vasilakis is a Greek artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Stefanos Koutsourelis is a Greek author known for his novels and literary works.
Fictional characters named Stefanos
Stefanos is a character in the novel 'The Last Temptation of Christ' by Nikos Kazantzakis, representing a philosophical perspective.
Stefanos is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey', serving as a minor character in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Stefanos was first seen in the United States in 1968. Stefanos has ranked as high as #1326 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Stefanos has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Stefanos (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 9 |