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Steban

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Pronounced steh-BAHN /stɛˈbɑːn/Medium

Meaning: Steban is a form of the Spanish Esteban (Stephen), from the Greek Stephanos, 'crown; garland.' A warm heritage name of honor and victory.Low

In 30 seconds: A crowning name: Steban means 'crown; garland' (said 'steh-BAHN'), a form of Esteban and Stephen.

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Origin MediumGreek, Spanish

MeaningSteban is a form of the Spanish Esteban (Stephen), from the Greek Stephanos, 'crown; garland.' A warm heritage name of honor and victory.

U.S. rank (2024)#12113 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 35

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Steban is a form of the Spanish Esteban (Stephen), from the Greek Stephanos, 'crown; garland,' the wreath of the victor. A warm heritage name (said 'steh-BAHN').

It appears only rarely in U.S. records, most often in Latin American families. Rare, warm, and rooted.

Did you know? Steban carries the Greek Stephanos, 'crown; garland' — the victor's wreath — as a warm Spanish-flavored form of Stephen (said 'steh-BAHN').

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References — Steban — Form of Esteban/Stephen, Greek Stephanos, 'crown'

Variations

EstebanEstevanStephan

Nicknames

TebanSteb

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Esteban— the base name Steban forms

Estevan— a like Spanish Stephen variant

Stefano— a like Italian Stephen pick

Stephan— a like classic Stephen name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Steban mean?

Steban is a form of Esteban (Stephen), from the Greek for 'crown; garland.'

How do you pronounce Steban?

It's said steh-BAHN /stɛˈbɑːn/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Steban a boy or girl name?

Steban is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Steban?

Steban is a rare name in the U.S., seen most in Latin American families.