Girl · 49th of 19,264
Stacy
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
186,130
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1971
Peak Popularity Year
10,143
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Stacy stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Stacy has Latin origins from the name Eustachius, meaning fruitful or productive. It evolved from its Latin and Greek forms to become a popular modern name in English. It is associated with positive traits such as friendliness and approachability. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈsteɪsi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Stacy is derived from the Latin name Eustachius, which means 'fruitful' or 'productive'. It also has roots in the Greek name Eustachios, which carries the same meaning.
Meaning
fruitful, productive
Language Evolution
Eustachius (Latin), Eustachios (Greek), Stacy (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Stacy became popular in the United States in the mid-20th century, particularly as a feminine name, and has been used since the 1950s.
Variants & Derivatives
Stacie, Stacee, Stacy Ann, Stacy Lynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Stacy is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with a youthful spirit.
Famous People
Stacy Keach, Stacy London, Stacy Dash
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 10,143 peak births in 1971
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 9 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1071st of 7545 | 675 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1013th of 6773 | 759 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 530th of 7552 | 3,916 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 251st of 10718 | 13,662 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 853rd of 16616 | 2,187 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2438th of 24088 | 743 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5100th of 23106 | 222 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2128th of 9107 | 292 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2773rd of 9204 | 190 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 291st of 12526 | 17,154 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 49th of 19264 | 98,409 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 123rd of 27321 | 39,295 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 691st of 35406 | 6,359 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1309th of 30306 | 2,161 |