Esteban
/esˈteban/
The English name Stephen is translated into Spanish as Esteban. It is also spelled Estevan.
Meaning: male given name (name)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Esteban | /esˈteban/ | |
| Estevan | /esˈteban/ | masculine, alternative form |
Esteban is a masculine given name used to identify males.
Which one should you use?
Estevan is an alternative spelling of Esteban.
How do you pronounce it?
/esˈteban/
Did you know?
- The name Esteban is celebrated as a 'santo' or name day on December 26 in many Spanish-speaking countries.
- The name Esteban shares the same ancient Greek root as the English name 'Stephen', both meaning 'crown' or 'wreath'.
- Unlike the English 'Stephen', which can be shortened to 'Steve', there is no standard, widely used single-syllable nickname for Esteban in Spanish.
Examples in context
- Esteban viaja más que su jefe.Stephen travels more than his boss.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use Esteban in a sentence.Tatoeba #1540039 by marcelostockle, translation #719390 by CP
- Buenas tardes, Esteban. ¿Cómo le va?Good afternoon, Stephen. How are you?
- Señor Esteban, ¿puede usted ayudarme?Mr. Stephen, can you help me?
- Esteban vive en Madrid.Esteban lives in Madrid.
- ¿Conoces a Esteban?Do you know Esteban?
Example conversation
Alejandro and Maria are talking about a mutual friend.
- Alejandro¿Has visto a Esteban hoy?Have you seen Esteban today?
- MaríaNo, no lo he visto.No, I haven't seen him.
- AlejandroTengo que llamar a Esteban ahora.I have to call Esteban now.
- MaríaEstá bien, llámalo.That's fine, call him.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “stephen” translations and entries Esteban, Estevan, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Esteban, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
