Esteban

Crown, garland — a boy name of Spanish/Greek origin

GenderBoy
MeaningCrown, garland
Pronunciationes-TEH-bahn

Popularity of Esteban in the United States

#461Rank in 2025
673Births in 2025
#320 in 2005Peak Popularity
→ Stable10-Year Trend

Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Meaning & Origin of Esteban

Esteban is the warm Spanish form of Stephen, from the Greek "stephanos," meaning "crown" or "garland." Saint Stephen was the first Christian martyr, giving the name a long and honoured history, and Esteban has been a staple across the Spanish-speaking world for centuries. It has a smooth, confident three-syllable rhythm and a handsome, classic feel, with the friendly short form Este. Esteban fits naturally beside heritage favourites like Mateo, Emilio, and Sebastian. For parents who want a traditional name rich in meaning and Latin flair, Esteban wears its regal "crown" with easy, everyday charm.

Esteban Around the World

Esteban is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 3+ international variants. The Spanish form of Stephen, from the Greek "stephanos," meaning "crown.".

Languages
Spanish
Details

TypeMale given name

International Variants
Estevan
StephenEnglish
Estefan

Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.

Nicknames for Esteban

EsteTeban

Famous People Named Esteban

  • Esteban Ocon — French Formula One driver
  • Esteban — the Spanish form of Stephen, borne by saints and explorers

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Esteban mean?

Esteban is a boy name of Spanish/Greek origin meaning "Crown, garland." Esteban is the warm Spanish form of Stephen, from the Greek "stephanos," meaning "crown" or "garland." Saint Stephen was the first Christian martyr, giving the name a long and honoured history, and Esteban has been a staple across the Spanish-speaking world for centuries.

How do you pronounce Esteban?

Esteban is pronounced es-TEH-bahn. Common variations include Estevan, Estefan.

Is Esteban a boy name?

Yes, Esteban is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Este, Teban.

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