István Name Meaning
The name István comes from Hungarian roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of István below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
István Name Meaning
Hungarian form of STEPHEN. This was the name of the first king of Hungary. Ruling in the 11th century, he encouraged the spread of Christianity among his subjects and is considered the patron saint of Hungary.
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