Anastasia is a female given name of Greek origin. It means "resurrection" or "rebirth". The name comes from the Greek word 'anastasis' which translates to "rising" or "resurrection".
The name Anastasia was popular in ancient Greece and was used by several early Christian saints. One of the most well-known is Saint Anastasia, who was a martyr in the 3rd century.
The name Anastasia has been used throughout history, including by members of the Russian imperial family. The Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna Romanova, daughter of Tsar Nicholas II, is one of the most famous bearers of this name.
Today, Anastasia continues to be popular as a girl's name in many countries around the world. It is often associated with elegance and sophistication due to its Greek origins and historical usage by prominent figures. However, it remains a timeless and classic choice for parents looking for a beautiful and meaningful name for their daughter.
The name Anastacia has seen a varied trend of popularity over the years in the United States. The earliest recorded birth for this name was in 1894 with just 5 occurrences, and it remained relatively uncommon until the early 20th century when it began to gain traction.
Between 1913 and 1925, there were consistent increases in the number of babies named Anastacia each year, ranging from a low of 7 births in 1914 to a high of 24 births in both 1921 and 1922. This period marked the start of Anastacia's ascent as a recognizable name.
The popularity of Anastacia seemed to wane slightly during the Great Depression era (late 1920s to early 1930s), with numbers fluctuating between 7 and 16 births annually. However, it rebounded strongly in the post-WWII years, reaching a peak of 44 births in 1980.
The 1980s marked a significant turning point for Anastacia's popularity. From 1982 onwards, there was a consistent rise in the number of babies named Anastacia each year, culminating in an all-time high of 256 births in 1997.
This trend continued into the new millennium, with peaks of 304 births in 2002 and 342 births in 2003. However, since then, there has been a gradual decrease in popularity, falling to 80 births in 2021 and 69 births in 2022.
In total, over the period from 1894 to 2023, there have been 4,991 babies named Anastacia born in the United States. This demonstrates that while Anastacia may not be one of the most popular names in history, it has nonetheless secured its place as a recognized and somewhat unique choice for parents over the past century.