Steffen
Steffen is a masculine given name and a surname of Germanic origin. It is a spelling variant of Stefan and Stephan, both ultimately derived from the Greek Stephanos, meaning crown or wreath. The name has many cognates across languages, including Stefan, Stephan, Stefano, Stéphane, Esteban, and Stephen. In German-speaking areas, Steffen is commonly used as a given name; it can also occur as a surname in various contexts.
The pronunciation of Steffen varies by language. In German, Steffen is typically pronounced with the initial
Geographically, Steffen remains especially common in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, where it has been widely used
Notable people with the given name Steffen include Steffen Hofmann, an Austrian footballer who spent a long