Stephen

The word “Stephen” means a male given name of Greek origin, meaning "crown.". In plain terms, a classic English male name meaning "crowned," historically also the name of Christianity's first martyr.

“Stephen” is pronounced STEE-vuhn (/ˈstiːvən/ in IPA).

Here is “Stephen” used in a sentence: “Stephen was named after his grandfather.”

“Stephen” is a name.

The word “Stephen” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Stéphanos, meaning "crown" or "wreath," via Latin Stephanus.

“Stephen” is a fairly common word in modern English.

Stephen comes from the ancient Greek name Stephanos, meaning 'crown,' 'wreath,' or 'garland' — the victor's crown awarded in classical times. It carries connotations of honor and triumph. The name spread widely through Christianity and remains popular across the English-speaking world in both its 'Stephen' and 'Steven' spellings.

They're the same name with two spellings. 'Stephen,' with a 'ph,' is the traditional form closest to the original Greek and is usually pronounced 'STEE-vun.' 'Steven,' with a 'v,' is a later phonetic spelling that matches how the name sounds. Both are common; the choice is simply a matter of preference.

It has strong Christian associations. Saint Stephen was the first Christian martyr, remembered on December 26, known in some countries as Boxing Day. Because of this, the name has been popular in Christian families for centuries. It isn't exclusively religious, though — many people choose it simply for its history and classic sound.

The most common short form is 'Steve.' Others include 'Ste' or 'Stevie,' and occasionally 'Steph,' though that's more often linked to Stephanie. These friendly forms are used interchangeably with the full name, which tends to appear in formal settings like documents, introductions, or professional life.