Steffi

Steffi is a diminutive of Stefanie or Stephanie, the female counterpart to Stefan.

What does the name Steffi mean?

Steffi is a short form of Stefanie or Stephanie, which is the female version of Stefan and Stephan. The name means 'the crowned one' or 'the garlanded one' and derives from the ancient Greek term stéphanos, which means 'garland' or 'crown.' Although Steffi is primarily used in German-speaking areas, it can also be given as an independent name; however, it often serves as a nickname for the popular name Stefanie. Less common spelling variants include Steffie, Steffy, Stephi, and Stephie.

Where does the name Steffi come from?

The name Steffi has its roots as a female variant of Stephan and originates from the Latin name Stephanus, which is a Latinized form of the ancient Greek original name Stephanos. This literally means 'garland' or 'crown.' The ancient Greek term stéphanos (Στέφανος) stands for 'garland' or 'crown.' The languages in which the name appears are German, Austrian, and Swiss.

How do you pronounce Steffi?

Steffi is pronounced as a two-syllable name and sounds like 'Stef-fi' [ˈʃtɛfi]. The initial consonant cluster st- gives the name a clear and structured start. The double f structure provides a soft, slightly vibrating middle before the bright ending fades away pleasantly. Overall, Steffi conveys a lively and uncomplicated impression – clear and harmonious in sound.

When is the name day of Steffi?

The most significant name days for Steffi are May 14, when Saint Stephana is celebrated, and December 26, which is dedicated to Saint Stephanus.

Popularity

In Germany, Steffi is considered a rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female first names. Its highest ranking was in 2011 at 1,286th place. Over the last ten years, Steffi has been given as a first name about 50 times, placing it 3,754th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 2,502nd.

Nicknames & pet names

Feffi / Pfeffi / Sleffi / Stef / Steff / Steffe / Steffie / Steffik / Steffka / Steffo / Steffunny / Stefie / Stefka / Stephcheni / Stettleff / Stoffel / Teffi

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Famous people

• Steffi Annys (badminton player from Belgium)
• Steffi Bade-Bräuning (German conductor)
• Steffi Bergmann (German handball player)
• Steffi Deparade-Becker (German painter)
• Steffi Didomenicantonio (Canadian singer)
• Steffi Duna (Hungarian actress)
• Steffi Fuhrmann-Wrobel (German poet)
• Steffi Götzelt (German competitive rower)
• Steffi Graf (athlete)
• Steffi Harrer (German theater actress)
• Steffi Hauschke (character from Anna und die Liebe)
• Steffi Jones (German footballer)
• Steffi Kindt (German biathlete)
• Steffi Kriegerstein (German competitive rower)
• Steffi Kühnert (German actress)
• Steffi Lehmann (German volleyball player)
• Steffi Nerius (world champion in javelin throw)
• Steffi Neu (German television presenter)
• Steffi Renz (television presenter from Germany)
• Steffi Ronau (actress from Germany)