Stefano

/STEH-fah-noh/

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Stefano is an Italian boy's name pronounced /STEH-fah-noh/. Italian form of Stephen, meaning "crown".

Meaning of Stefano

Italian form of Stephen, meaning "crown".

Stefano is the Italian form of the Greek name Stephanos, which translates to 'crown' or 'garland'. It originally referred to the laurel wreath awarded to victors in athletic competitions and poetic contests in ancient Greece, later gaining religious significance through Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr.

Origin
Italian
Pronunciation
/STEH-fah-noh/

Cultural background

The name remains a classic and perennially popular choice across all regions of Italy. It is traditionally celebrated on December 26th, the feast day of Santo Stefano.

Variations & nicknames

  • Ste
  • Stefanino
  • Steno
  • Steffan

Famous people named Stefano

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Stefano Gabbana

    Co-founder of the luxury fashion house Dolce & Gabbana

    Fashion · 1980s-present

  • Stefano Pioli

    Professional football manager and former player

    Sport · 1980s-present

  • Stefano Accorsi

    Award-winning Italian actor known for international cinema

    Film · 1990s-present

  • Stefano Rosselli del Turco

    Italian chess master and editor

    Sport · Early 20th century

  • Stefano Domenicali

    CEO of Formula One Group and former Ferrari team principal

    Sport · 1990s-present

Frequently asked about Stefano

What does Stefano mean?
Stefano is an Italian name meaning 'crown', 'wreath', or 'that which surrounds'.
How do you pronounce Stefano?
In Italian, it is pronounced STEH-fah-no, with the emphasis on the first syllable.
Is Stefano a boy or girl name?
Stefano is a masculine name; the feminine Italian equivalent is Stefania.
What is the English version of Stefano?
The English equivalent of the name Stefano is Stephen or Steven.

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