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    Stefanía

    Also spelled: Stephanie, Stefania, Stefanie, Estefanía

    Στεφανία(Stefanía)

    Pronunciation: steh-fah-NEE-ah

    ♀ Female
    Ancient Greek

    Meaning

    Crown, garland

    Origin

    Greek

    The Story Behind Stefanía

    Stefanía is the Icelandic and Faroese form of the name Stephanie, which itself is derived from the Greek name Stephanos (Στέφανος). Stephanos means 'crown' or 'garland', often associated with the victor's wreath in ancient Greece. The name was popularized through early Christian veneration of Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr, though Stephanie is the feminine form.

    The name traveled from Greek into Latin as Stephania, and then spread throughout Europe. In Nordic countries like Iceland and the Faroe Islands, it adopted the local phonetic and grammatical conventions, resulting in Stefanía. Its usage reflects a long history of cultural exchange and the enduring appeal of names with classical roots.

    Popularity & Trends

    Rarity:
    Uncommon
    Trend:Stable
    Era:Medieval, Contemporary
    Popular in:Iceland, Faroe Islands

    Popularity Trends

    Is Stefanía Right for Your Baby?

    Stefanía is a Elegant, Classic name for girls that suits parents looking for something with character. It may require a brief explanation of pronunciation in some regions.

    Syllables4
    LengthLong
    International UseRegional
    PronunciationModerate

    Cultural Associations

    Biblical / Christian

    Regions Where Stefanía Is Used

    Scandinavian
    Nordic

    Name Vibe

    Elegant
    Classic

    Famous People Named Stefanía

    • Stefanía Fernández
    • Stefanía Óskarsdóttir
    • Stefanía Pálmadóttir

    Nicknames & Short Forms

    Steffie
    Fía

    Stefanía in different fonts

    StefaníaDancing Script
    StefaníaCaveat
    StefaníaSatisfy
    StefaníaPacifico
    StefaníaGreat Vibes

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    Frequently Asked Questions About Stefanía

    What does Stefanía mean?

    Stefanía means "Crown, garland". It is derived from Greek.

    What is the origin of Stefanía?

    Stefanía originates from Ancient Greek. Its cultural origin is Greek.

    Is Stefanía a male or female name?

    Stefanía is a female name.

    How do you pronounce Stefanía?

    Stefanía is pronounced "steh-fah-NEE-ah".

    What language does Stefanía come from?

    Stefanía comes from Ancient Greek.

    Is Stefanía a popular name?

    Stefanía is considered a uncommon name, and its popularity trend is stable.

    What are variants of Stefanía?

    Variants of Stefanía include Stephanie, Stefania, Stefanie, Estefanía.

    What are nicknames for Stefanía?

    Common nicknames for Stefanía include Steffie, Fía.

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