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Stephanie is the feminine form of Stephan and carries the meaning 'the crowned one' or 'the garlanded one'. This name is derived from the ancient Greek term stéphanos, which means 'garland' or 'crown'. The name Stephanie is especially common in Germany and English-speaking countries, while the French spelling Stéphanie is popular in France.
What does the name Stephanie mean?
Stephanie, as the feminine variant of Stephan, means 'the crowned one' or 'the garlanded one' and is derived from the ancient Greek word stéphanos, which means 'garland' or 'crown'. In Germany, however, the spelling Stefanie is somewhat more common. Notable bearers of the name include former German football player Stephanie Jones and British actress Stephanie Leonidas. Short forms include Stephi, Stephie, and Steffi. Related names are Stephana, Stephania, Stephany, Stephenie, and Stephine.
Where does the name Stephanie come from?
The first name Stephanie is the feminine form of Stephan and originates from the Latin name Stephanus, which is a Latinized form of the ancient Greek Stephanos. The latter directly translates to 'garland' or 'crown'. The ancient Greek
How do you pronounce Stephanie?
The pronunciation of Stephanie is three to four syllables and gently modulated. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Ste-pha-nie' [ʃtefaˈniː]. This pronunciation combines a distinctive initial structure with a clear ending. The harmonious vowel sequence gives Stephanie a flowing sound. The name radiates both classic and modern elegance - stylish, feminine, and present.
When is the name day of Stephanie?
The most significant name days for Stephanie are May 14 (Saint Stephana) and December 26 (Saint Stephanus).
Popularity
In Germany, the first name Stephanie is very popular and currently ranks 1,514th in the list of the most common female first names. The name reached its best ranking in 1989 at 51st place. In the last ten years, Stephanie has been given as a first name about 350 times, placing it 1,110th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, the name ranks 960th. Its global popularity is reflected in rankings from various countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Anie / Annie / Fanie / Fanny / Hanie / Phanny / Sanni / Ste / Stef / Stefanopolis / Stefchen / Steff / Steffchen / Steffel / Steffi / Steffivieh / Steph / Stephcza / Stephi / Stephie / Stevie / Stinie / Stivi / Teffi / Tiffy
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Famous people
- Sarah Stephanie Markovits (Austrian folk music and schlager singer.)
- Steffi Graf (Tennis professional)
- Stephanie Adams (German artist)
- Stephanie Alexandra Mina Sokolinski (French singer)
- Stephanie Anderson (American ice hockey player)
- Stephanie Arricau (Golfer from France)
- Stephanie B. Alexander (Mathematician from America)
- Stephanie Bart (German writer)
- Stephanie Bolster (Poet from Canada)
- Stephanie Borchers (German cyclist)
- Stephanie Che (Actress from Hong Kong)
- Stephanie Cohen-Aloro (French tennis player)
- Stephanie Diana Wilson (American astronaut)
- Stephanie Dubois (Tennis player from Canada)
- Stephanie Edwards (American singer)
- Stephanie Elbaz (French pianist)
- Stephanie Foretz (French tennis player)
- Stephanie Groß (German wrestler)
- Stephanie Hardy (Canadian singer)
- Stephanie Jacobsen (Australian actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Stephanie
What does the name Stephanie mean?
Stephanie means 'the crowned one' or 'the garlanded one'. The name is derived from the ancient Greek word 'stéphanos', which means 'garland' or 'crown'.
Are there male variants of the name?
Yes, the male form of Stephanie is Stephan. Both names share a common etymological root.
What nicknames are there for Stephanie?
Common nicknames for Stephanie include Stephi, Steffi, and Stephie. Other creative variants are Anie, Fanie, or Stefchen.
How is the name Stephanie pronounced?
The name Stephanie is usually pronounced as 'Ste-fan-i-e'. The emphasis is on the second syllable.