Boy Name · Greek Origin
Stefan
Stefan is a boy baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Crown, garland". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Stefan often also consider Stevan.
Stefan meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Crown, garland
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Stefan to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Stefan as S·T·E·F·A·N, with 6 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Stefan is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Stefan variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Stefana, Stefane, Stefany, Stefa.
- Nicknames: Ste and S.
- Middle names: Pair Stefan with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Stefan middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Stevan, Stephan, Steffan, Steven, Stephen — full picks on the sibling names for Stefan guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Stefan? Browse our names like Stefan guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Stefan
What does the name Stefan mean?
Stefan means "Crown, garland" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Stefan?
Stefan originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Stefan?
Stefan has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Stefan a boy's or girl's name?
Stefan is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Stefan in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Stefan sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Stefan?
Names that share Stefan's sound and style include Stevan, Stephan, Steffan, Steven, Stephen.
What middle names pair well with Stefan?
Good middle-name fits for Stefan pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Stefan is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Stefan is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Stefan?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Stefan share its rhythm without rhyming — Stevan, Stephan, Steffan all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.