Stefana
“Crowned, forming a feminine version of Stephen.” — Associated with Saint Stephen
Italy origin · Girl name
#1758US 2023
442Births / yr
→Stable
67All-time births
📅 Since 191700
How to pronounce Stefana
STEF·un·AH
/ˈstɛf.ən.ˈɑ/ · stress on STEF · 3 syllables
“Crowned, forming a feminine version of Stephen.”
Associated with Saint Stephen · Italy origin
What does Stefana mean and where does it come from?
Stefana is the feminine form of the name Stephen, originating from the Greek word 'Stephanos', which means 'crown' or 'garland'. The name has historical significance in Christian tradition, associated with Saint Stephen, the first martyr. Variants of the name are well-known in various cultures, incl
Cultural significance
Stefana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of crowned, forming a feminine version of stephen..
Peak popularity
Reached #4074 in 1917 — currently #1758 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Stefana?
Stefana works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Stefana Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Stefana Rose
Floral · soft ending
Stefana Mae
Sweet · timeless
Stefana Claire
French influence · crisp
Stefana Jane
Literary · strong
Stefana Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Stefana right now?
Holding steady — currently #1758 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Stefana
Stefana entered American naming records in 1917 and has been in use for over 107 years. With 67 total births recorded, Stefana remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10653 in 1995 to #1758 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Stefana in 1917:
Stefana by decade
Stefana peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 7 | |
| 1920s | 11 | |
| 1960s | 5 | |
| 1980s | 11 | |
| 1990s ★ | 28 | |
| 2000s | 5 |
Stefana has only 67 total recorded births since 1917 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Stefana?
CROATIAN
ŠtefaŠtefica
ENGLISH
StephStevie
FRENCH
Fanny
GERMAN
SteffiSteffie
What names sound and feel like Stefana?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Stefana also consider these
How is Stefana written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Stefana?
Stephanos ANCIENT GREEKStepan ARMENIANEstebe BASQUEEztebe BASQUEStephanos BIBLICAL GREEKStephanus BIBLICAL LATINStephen BIBLICALStefan BULGARIANEsteve CATALANŠtefan CROATIANStevan CROATIANStevo CROATIANStipan CROATIANStipe CROATIANStipo CROATIANStjepan CROATIANŠtěpán CZECHStefan DANISHSteffen DANISHStef DUTCHStefan DUTCHStefanus DUTCHSteffen DUTCHStephan DUTCHSteven DUTCHSte ENGLISHSteph ENGLISHStephen ENGLISHSteve ENGLISHSteven ENGLISHStevie ENGLISHTahvo FINNISHTapani FINNISHTeppo FINNISHÉtienne FRENCHStéphane FRENCHEstevo GALICIANStepane GEORGIANStefan GERMANStephan GERMANStefanos GREEKStephanos GREEKIstván HUNGARIANPista HUNGARIANPisti HUNGARIANStefán ICELANDICStiofán IRISHStefano ITALIANStefans LATVIANSteponas LITHUANIANSteffen LOW GERMANStefan MACEDONIANTipene MAORIEstienne MEDIEVAL FRENCHStefan NORWEGIANSteffen NORWEGIANEstève OCCITANStefanu OLD CHURCH SLAVICStefan POLISHStefek POLISHSzczepan POLISHEstevão PORTUGUESEFane ROMANIANȘtefan ROMANIANStepan RUSSIANSteafan SCOTTISHSteaphan SCOTTISHSteenie SCOTTISHStefan SERBIANStevan SERBIANStevo SERBIANStjepan SERBIANŠtefan SLOVAKŠtefan SLOVENEEstavan SPANISHEsteban SPANISHStaffan SWEDISHStefan SWEDISHSteffan WELSH
Common questions about the name Stefana
What does the name Stefana mean?
Stefana means "Crowned, forming a feminine version of Stephen." — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Stefana?
Stefana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Stefana?
Stefana originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Stefana?
Stefana is a three-syllable name pronounced S T EH1 F AH0 N AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Stefana?
Stefana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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