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Estefani
Pronounced es-teh-FAH-nee /ɛs.tɛˈfɑ.ni/High
Meaning: Spanish phonetic variant of Stephanie, from Greek Stephanos meaning 'crown' or 'wreath'High
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Estefani is a Spanish phonetic adaptation of Stephanie, which derives from the Greek Stephanos, meaning 'crown' or 'wreath.' The name entered Western Europe through the cult of Saint Stephen (died c. 36 AD), the first Christian martyr, whose name was latinized as Stephanus. The feminine form Stephanie developed in France and spread through Catholic Europe, reaching the Spanish-speaking world as Estefanía and its shortened variant Estefani.
In the United States, Estefani and its variant Estefania became established given names in Hispanic communities during the late 20th century. The shorter four-syllable form Estefani (without the final -a) is especially common in Central American and Mexican-American families. Globo pop star Gloria Estefan brought the root name international visibility in the 1980s and 1990s.
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What does the name Estefani mean?
Estefani is a Spanish variant of Stephanie, from the Greek Stephanos meaning 'crown' or 'wreath.'
How do you pronounce Estefani?
Estefani is pronounced es-teh-FAH-nee /ɛs.tɛˈfɑ.ni/ — four syllables with stress on the third.
Is Estefani a boy or girl name?
Estefani is used exclusively as a girl's name.
How popular is Estefani?
Estefani appears in U.S. SSA records as a moderately used name within Hispanic communities, particularly among families of Central American and Mexican heritage.