Stephen is of Greek origin and means "crown" or "garland". It was a popular name among early Christians, as Stephen was one of the first Christian martyrs, stoned to death for his faith according to Acts in the New Testament. The name Stephen was introduced into Britain by Norman invaders in the 11th century, and it has since been used consistently throughout English-speaking countries. In its most traditional form, Stephen is spelled with a 'ph' at the end, but modern variations include Steven or Stephen without the 'ph'. Stephen is also the inspiration behind several related names such as Stefan, Steffan, Stefano, and others.
"Stehen is not a particularly popular name, with only 29 recorded births over the span of two decades."