Stéfano

Stéfano is a masculine given name used in some Italian- and Spanish-speaking contexts. It is a variant spelling of Stefano, the Italian form of Stephen, which ultimately derives from the Greek Stephanos, meaning crown or wreath. The diacritic accent on the e in Stéfano appears in certain transcription or orthographic traditions to indicate the intended stress, though the more common Italian form is Stefano.

In terms of usage, Stéfano is relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries and outside formal records tends to appear in communities with direct Italian or Spanish linguistic influence. The name shares its roots with a family of names that have long circulated across Europe, with many speakers opting for the unaccented Stefano in everyday use. As with related names, Stéfano can yield familiar nicknames such as Ste or Stef in informal contexts.

Variants and related names include Stefano (the standard Italian form), Stephen/Steven (English equivalents), and Stephanus (the Latin form). The name’s historical and cultural associations are tied to the broader lineage of names derived from Stephanos, rather than to a specific individual.

See also: Stefano, Stephen, Stephanus.