The name stephen is derived from the greek name stephanos, meaning crown or garland. it is a masculine name that signifies honor, victory, and achievement. People named stephen are often … Many surnames are derived from the first name, including stephens, stevens, stephenson, and stevenson, all of which mean stephen's (son).

The name stephen has greek origins and is closely associated with early christian history. It is derived from the greek name stephanos, which has been transliterated into various languages.