Istvan
Meaning of Istvan
Istvan is a traditional Hungarian name with a strong and noble sound. It is pronounced as ISHT-vahn in Hungarian (/ˈiʃtʰván/). Istvan has no known variations, retaining its unique identity. Although it may not be commonly used in the United States, it carries a rich history and cultural significance in Hungary. In recent years, it has gained some popularity, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 8 newborns being named Istvan annually. The name Istvan brings to mind qualities such as strength, leadership, and resilience. Choosing Istvan for your baby boy would not only honor his Hungarian heritage but also bestow upon him a name that exudes power and character.
Pronunciation
Hungarian
- Pronunced as ISHT-vahn (/ˈiʃtʰván/)
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Notable People Named Istvan
| István Kertész was a renowned Hungarian orchestral and operatic conductor who led many of the world's great orchestras and had an extensive repertoire of over 450 works. |
| Count István Széchenyi de Sárvár-Felsővidék was a prominent Hungarian politician, political theorist, and writer, often referred to as "the Greatest Hungarian." |
| István Farkas was a Hungarian painter, publisher, and victim of the Holocaust. |
| Count István Bethlen de Bethlen was a Hungarian aristocrat and statesman who served as prime minister from 1921 to 1931. |
| István Simicskó is a Hungarian politician and member of the National Assembly who served as Minister of Defence from 2015 to 2018. |
| István Ferenczi is a former Hungarian professional footballer known for his career as a forward and his international appearances for the Hungary national team. |
| István Göndör is a Hungarian economist and politician who served as a member of the National Assembly for Nagykanizsa and Zala County from 1994 to 2014. |
| István Deák was a Hungarian-born American historian, author, and academic specializing in modern Europe, with a focus on Germany and Hungary. |
| István Regős is a renowned Hungarian painter and artist. |
| István Eörsi was a versatile Hungarian writer, novelist, political essayist, poet, and literature translator. |
| István Örkény - István György Örkény was a Hungarian writer known for his works featuring grotesque situations and was awarded the Kossuth Prize in 1973. |
| István Bibó was a prominent Hungarian lawyer, civil servant, politician, and political theorist. |
| István Thomán was a renowned Hungarian piano virtuoso and influential music educator, known for teaching notable students such as Béla Bartók and Ernő Dohnányi. |
| István Ervin Herman was a Hungarian entrepreneur and politician who served as a member of the National Assembly for Füzesabony from 2010 to 2014. |
| István Horváth is a Hungarian agrarian engineer and politician who served as a member of the National Assembly from 2006 to 2010 and has represented Szekszárd since May 14, 2010. |
