Florestan
Florestan is a masculine given name of European origin, used in historical, literary, and musical contexts. The name appears primarily in cultural and scholarly references rather than as a common contemporary given name.
In music, Florestan is best known as the hero of Ludwig van Beethoven's opera Fidelio. In the
Beyond fiction, Florestan has been borne by real individuals, notably the Brazilian sociologist Florestan Fernandes. Fernandes
Today, Florestan remains relatively uncommon as a first name. It appears mainly in historical discussions, musicology,