Stephanus
Crown, wreath
Pronunciation: /ˈstɛθənəs/, /ˈstɛθɑːnəs/ ([sˈte.pʰa.nos])
What does Stephanus mean?
From the Greek 'stephanos' meaning crown or wreath. In the New Testament, the name Stephanus appears as a name of several early Christian martyrs. In the Acts of the Apostles, Stephanus is the name of a deacon in the early Christian church in Jerusalem.
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Numerology & personality
Expressive, creative, and artistic
Spiritual & cultural context
Symbol of spiritual achievement and martyrdom
Stephanus holds deep cultural significance as it represents strength, honor, and courage, particularly in Christian communities. This name was common among the early Christians and was bestowed upon individuals who demonstrated unwavering faith and commitment to their beliefs. The name Stephanus continues to be popular among Christians today, as a reminder of the early martyrs who gave their lives for their faith.
Scriptural & traditional roots
Biblical scripture: New Testament (Acts 6:5, Acts 6:8, Acts 6:15, Acts 7:58, Acts 8:5, Acts 8:29, Acts 9:21, Acts 11:20, Acts 15:35, Acts 26:26, 1 Corinthians 1:1, 1 Corinthians 15:5, Philippians 1:1, Philippians 4:30, 1 Timothy 1:2, 1 Timothy 6:14, 2 Timothy 1:1, 2 Timothy 4:21, Titus 1:1, Titus 3:13, Hebrews 7:7, Hebrews 11:35, James 1:1, James 5:13, 1 Peter 5:1, 1 Peter 5:14, 2 Peter 3:1, 3 John 1:1, Jude 1:1)
Saint connection: Stephanus of Constantinople
Popularity of Stephanus by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | ES | 93 | 2024 |
| Italy | IT | 82 | 2024 |
| Germany | DE | 81 | 2024 |