Scandinavian name
Stefan
Crown, garland; Stephen form common in Scandinavia.
- Typical use
- male
- Syllables
- 2
- Regions
- Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland
- International spelling
- high
About this name
Stefan is a Scandinavian boy name with ties to Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland. It is often discovered by parents searching for Nordic baby names, Scandinavian name ideas, Old Norse-inspired names, or Viking-era names with a modern feel.
Crown, garland; Stephen form common in Scandinavia.
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