Anastasia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Anastasia is a name of Greek origin meaning 'resurrection'. It has evolved through various languages, retaining its roots throughout history. The name is associated with nobility and has biblical relevance through its connection to martyrdom. Its popularity surged in the 19th century, and it remains a symbol of grace and elegance in modern times.
The name Anastasia is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Anastasia has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Anastasia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12106th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 643rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1094th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1226th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 705th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 399th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 303rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 178th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Anastasia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Anastasia"
Pronunciation
/ˌænəˈsteɪʒə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Anastasia derives from the Greek word 'anastasis', which means 'resurrection'. It has been used in Christian contexts to signify the resurrection of Christ.
Meaning
resurrection
Language Evolution
Anastasia (Greek), Anastasia (Latin), Anastasia (Old French), Anastasie (French)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Eastern Orthodox cultures due to its association with saints, particularly Saint Anastasia, a martyr of the early Christian church. It became more widely known in the West during the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Stacy, Ana, Tasia, Anya
Modern Popularity & Image
Anastasia is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with royalty and grace. It remains popular in various cultures and is frequently used in literature and film.
Famous People
Anastasia Romanov - the daughter of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, Anastasia Steele - a character from the 'Fifty Shades of Grey' series, Anastasia Zavorotnyuk - Russian actress and television presenter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Anastasia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Anastasia"
"Anastasia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12106th of 16616 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 643rd of 9107 | 2,231 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1094th of 9204 | 839 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1226th of 12526 | 1,350 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 705th of 19264 | 3,537 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 399th of 27321 | 9,969 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 303rd of 35406 | 16,673 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 178th of 30306 | 20,165 |
Regional Popularity of "Anastasia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Anastasia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 610th/610 |
100.00% 308th/308 |
100.00% 1814th/1814 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1048th/1048 |
100.00% 521st/521 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 1105th/1105 |
100.00% 745th/745 |
100.00% 1747th/1747 |
100.00% 1174th/1174 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 645th/645 |
100.00% 552nd/552 |
100.00% 1005th/1005 |
100.00% 708th/708 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 356th/356 |
100.00% 339th/339 |
100.00% 446th/446 |
100.00% 432nd/432 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 269th/269 |
100.00% 231st/231 |
100.00% 343rd/343 |
100.00% 346th/346 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 191st/191 |
100.00% 168th/168 |
100.00% 189th/189 |
100.00% 169th/169 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Anastasia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Anastasia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.