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Name Origin

Stéphane is a French masculine given name, a variant of Stephen. It originates from the Greek name Στέφανος (Stephanos), meaning 'crown' or 'garland'.

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Famous People

Stéphane Mallarmé (1842-1898)

Poet

  • Considered one of the major figures in French Symbolism.
  • Known for his innovative use of language and form.

Stéphane Hessel (1917-2013)

Diplomat, Resistance fighter, Author

  • Co-authored the French Resistance manifesto 'Appeal of 18 June' during World War II.
  • Became a prominent human rights activist later in life.
  • Wrote the influential pamphlet 'Indignez-vous!' (Time for Outrage!), which inspired social movements worldwide.

Stéphane Peterhansel (1965-)

Rally Raid driver

  • Holds the record for most Dakar Rally wins (14), with victories in both motorcycle and car categories.

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Camille

Both Stéphane and Camille are classic French names with a sophisticated and elegant feel.

Eloïse

Similar to Stéphane, Eloïse is a charming French name with a soft and melodic sound. They create a harmonious sibling pairing.

Antoine

A classic masculine French name like Stéphane, Antoine maintains the same cultural background and style for a cohesive feel.