Find out how popular the first name Stefaine has been for the last 2 years (from 1983 to 1984) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Stefaine by gender

Based on the last 2 years of data, Stefaine is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1984, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Stefaine.

The history of the first name Stefaine

The given name Stefaine is of French origin, derived from the ancient Greek name Stephanos, meaning "crown" or "wreath." It is a variation of the more common feminine name Stephanie, which has its roots in the Greek word stephanos.

The name Stefaine first appeared in historical records during the Middle Ages in France. It was a variant spelling used by noble families and members of the aristocracy. Records show that Stefaine de Valois, a noblewoman born in 1276, was one of the earliest known bearers of this name.

In the 13th century, a notable figure named Stefaine de Beaumont was a prominent abbess who oversaw the construction of a famous abbey in Normandy, France. Her legacy and influence helped to further establish the name's presence in French culture.

During the Renaissance period, the name Stefaine gained popularity among the upper classes in France and other parts of Europe. One notable bearer was Stefaine de Lamartine, a French poet and political figure born in 1790, who played a significant role in the events leading up to the French Revolution.

In the 19th century, Stefaine Mallarmé, a French poet and critic born in 1842, was a prominent figure in the Symbolist movement and is considered one of the greatest poets of the French language.

Another historical figure with this name was Stefaine de Beauvoir, a French existentialist philosopher, writer, and feminist born in 1908. She was a leading figure in the 20th century feminist movement and is best known for her groundbreaking work "The Second Sex."

While the name Stefaine has been more commonly used in France and other French-speaking regions, it has also been adopted in various cultures and languages over time, reflecting the influence of French culture and history.

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