Find out how popular the first name Stephine has been for the last 36 years (from 1974 to 2009) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Stephine by gender

Based on the last 36 years of data, Stephine is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2009, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Stephine.

The history of the first name Stephine

The name Stephine is a variant of the ancient Greek name Stephanos, which means "crown" or "wreath." It has its roots in the Greek word "stephein," meaning "to crown" or "to encircle." This name was particularly popular during the Byzantine era, when it was often used to honor saints and martyrs who were believed to have earned a heavenly crown.

In the early days of Christianity, Stephine was associated with the protomartyr Saint Stephen, one of the first deacons of the Christian Church, who was stoned to death for his beliefs in the year 34 AD. His name, which means "crown" in Greek, was a symbolic reference to the crown of martyrdom he received for his unwavering faith.

The name Stephine gained popularity throughout Europe during the Middle Ages, particularly in areas with strong Greek or Byzantine cultural influences, such as Italy, France, and Spain. It was often spelled in various ways, including Stefania, Stephanie, and Stefania, reflecting the linguistic variations of different regions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Stephine can be found in the writings of the 6th-century Byzantine historian Procopius, who mentions a woman named Stephine who lived in Constantinople during the reign of Emperor Justinian I.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Stephine. One of the most famous was Stephine de Longchamp (c. 1190-1269), a French abbess and founder of the Longchamp Abbey in Paris. Another notable figure was Stephine de Beauharnais (1789-1860), the adopted daughter of Napoleon Bonaparte and the wife of Prince Charles of Baden.

In the realm of literature, Stephine de Genlis (1746-1830) was a French writer, educator, and member of the French aristocracy, known for her novels and educational works. In the world of art, Stephine de Roumanie (1914-1997) was a Romanian princess and accomplished sculptor, whose works are displayed in museums around the world.

The name Stephine has also been borne by several royal figures, such as Stephine of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (1789-1867), the first wife of Prince Leopold of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld, and Stephine of Belgium (1864-1945), the widow of King Leopold II of Belgium and a prominent figure in Belgian public life.

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