Anastasios Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ah-nah-STAH-see-os /ə.næsˈtɑː.si.ɒs/
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Resurrection
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Anastasios has its roots in the Greek language, deriving from the word 'anastasis,' which means 'resurrection.' This etymological origin is significant, as it connects the name to themes of rebirth and renewal, particularly within the context of Christian theology. The name was adopted into Latin as 'Anastasius,' which was then introduced into various European languages, including English, primarily through ecclesiastical influence during the early medieval period.
Historically, the name Anastasios has been borne by several notable figures, including saints and Byzantine emperors. One of the most prominent early bearers was Saint Anastasios the Persian, a martyr in the 4th century, whose feast day is celebrated in the Christian liturgical calendar.
Additionally, the name was held by several Byzantine emperors, such as Anastasius I, who ruled from 491 to 518 CE and is known for his administrative reforms and the construction of the Anastasian Wall. The name's association with these significant historical figures contributed to its enduring presence in Christian and Byzantine culture.
Culturally, Anastasios symbolizes hope and resurrection, making it a meaningful choice in Christian communities. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, with diminutive forms like 'Tasos' being common in Greek-speaking regions.
This connection to themes of renewal and its historical significance have helped maintain the name's resonance throughout centuries, particularly in Eastern Orthodox traditions, where it is often linked to the celebration of Easter and the concept of spiritual rebirth.
Famous people named Anastasios
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Anastasios Karamalegos is a Greek-American artist best known for his contemporary paintings and sculptures.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anastasios was first seen in the United States in 1922.
Anastasios has ranked as high as #3702 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, Massachusetts, California, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Anastasios has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Anastasios is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Anastasios was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Anastasios.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9 | 9 |
| 2024 | 5 | 5 |
| 2023 | 12 | 12 |
| 2022 | 13 | 13 |
| 2021 | 14 | 14 |
| 2020 | 18 | 18 |
| 2019 | 15 | 15 |
| 2018 | 12 | 12 |
| 2017 | 11 | 11 |
| 2016 | 15 | 15 |
| 2015 | 19 | 19 |
| 2014 | 15 | 15 |
| 2013 | 15 | 15 |
| 2012 | 15 | 15 |
| 2011 | 9 | 9 |
| 2010 | 12 | 12 |
| 2009 | 10 | 10 |
| 2008 | 14 | 14 |
| 2007 | 21 | 21 |
| 2006 | 13 | 13 |
| 2005 | 16 | 16 |
| 2004 | 17 | 17 |
| 2003 | 16 | 16 |
| 2002 | 24 | 24 |
| 2001 | 16 | 16 |
| 2000 | 7 | 7 |
| 1999 | 14 | 14 |
| 1998 | 16 | 16 |
| 1997 | 12 | 12 |
| 1996 | 20 | 20 |
| 1995 | 13 | 13 |
| 1994 | 13 | 13 |
| 1993 | 14 | 14 |
| 1992 | 12 | 12 |
| 1991 | 18 | 18 |
| 1990 | 7 | 7 |
| 1989 | 15 | 15 |
| 1988 | 20 | 20 |
| 1987 | 19 | 19 |
| 1986 | 21 | 21 |
| 1985 | 14 | 14 |
| 1984 | 14 | 14 |
| 1983 | 17 | 17 |
| 1982 | 16 | 16 |
| 1981 | 19 | 19 |
| 1980 | 29 | 29 |
| 1979 | 30 | 30 |
| 1978 | 22 | 22 |
| 1977 | 25 | 25 |
| 1976 | 21 | 21 |
| 1975 | 22 | 22 |
| 1974 | 33 | 33 |
| 1973 | 18 | 18 |
| 1972 | 21 | 21 |
| 1971 | 22 | 22 |
| 1970 | 23 | 23 |
| 1969 | 18 | 18 |
| 1968 | 11 | 11 |
| 1967 | 13 | 13 |
| 1966 | 9 | 9 |
| 1965 | 8 | 8 |
| 1964 | 7 | 7 |
| 1963 | 5 | 5 |
| 1961 | 8 | 8 |
| 1957 | 7 | 7 |
| 1956 | 5 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 | 5 |
| 1922 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Anastasios (2018)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |