Stoic is an unusual and distinctive given name of Greek origin, derived from the philosophical movement Stoicism that flourished during the Hellenistic period. The term 'stoic' originally referred to a member of a school of philosophy founded by Zeno of Citium in Athens around 300 BCE. This school taught the pursuit of virtue as the proper goal of human existence and advocated the acceptance of one's fate with calmness and indifference, hence the name Stoicism. As such, the name Stoic carries with it connotations of wisdom, resilience, and composure. Its rarity makes it a notable choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their child.
Stoic is a rare name, with only six occurrences over the eight-year period from 2015 to 2023. Births peaked in 2021 with ten babies named Stoic.