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Stiofán

Pronounced: SHTUF-awn

Meaning: Crown, garland (Greek origin)

About the name

Origin
Irish
English version
Stephen, Steven
Stronghold region
All-Ireland

Overview

The Irish form of Stephen; used in Ireland from the early Christian period through devotion to the protomartyr.

The story behind Stiofán

Brought into Irish via the Christian cult of Saint Stephen; current especially in the medieval period.

Mythology & legend

Non-mythological; Gaelic Stephen.

Did you know?

The Gaelic form of Stephen.

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