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Gender:

Boy

Origin:

Greek

Meaning:

Crown

Pronunciation:

(STEE ven)   [Guide]

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Biblical Names, Saints Names, Canadian Names, American Names, English Names, Middle Names

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St Stephen was the first Christian martyr, his stoning is depicted in the New Testament book of Acts. St Stephen's Day is 26 December.

There have been nine Popes named Stephen, five kings of Hungary named Stephen and one King of England.

Other famous bearers include physicist Stephen Hawking, author Stephen King, composer Stephen Sondheim and comedian Stephen Fry.

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