Annastasia Girl

Popularity: #905 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: an-uh-STAY-zhuh /ˌænəˈsteɪʒə/

Origin: Greek; Russian

Meaning: Greek: resurrection; Russian: full of grace

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Annastasia is derived from the Greek name Anastasia, which means "resurrection" (from the Greek word 'anastasis'). The name has its roots in the early Christian tradition, where it was associated with the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a central tenet of Christian faith.

The name was adopted into Latin as Anastasia, which then influenced various forms in different languages, including the Old French form 'Anastasie' before evolving into the modern English 'Anastasia' and its variant Annastasia. Historically, the name gained prominence through several notable figures, including Saint Anastasia, a Christian martyr who is venerated in the Eastern Orthodox Church.

Her feast day is celebrated on December 22nd, and she is often depicted in art as a symbol of faith and perseverance. The name also appears in various historical texts and religious documents, contributing to its significance in Christian communities throughout the centuries.

The name was further popularized in the medieval period, particularly in Eastern Europe, where it was embraced by various royal families and nobility. Culturally, Annastasia and its variants have been associated with themes of renewal and hope, reflecting the name's etymological meaning.

The name has been used in literature and folklore, often embodying qualities of resilience and strength. In addition to its historical and religious connotations, the name has also inspired various diminutive forms, such as Anna or Stasia, which have been used affectionately in different cultures.

Overall, Annastasia carries a rich tapestry of historical and cultural significance, rooted in its ancient origins.

Famous people named Annastasia

In this section, you will find notable people named Annastasia. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Annastasia who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Annastasia is a singer best known for her songs and performances in the music industry.

Fictional characters named Annastasia

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Annastasia is a fictional character from the animated film Anastasia. She is the lost daughter of the last Russian Tsar, seeking to discover her true identity and heritage.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Annastasia, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

NataliaElenaMariaSofiaVictoriaTatiana

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Annastasia. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

AlexandraIsabellaCassandraOliviaGabriellaSeraphinaTatianaEvangeline

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Annastasia was first seen in the United States in 1914.

Annastasia has ranked as high as #4059 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Michigan, and Florida.

In the past 5 years the name Annastasia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Annastasia 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 Annastasia 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 Annastasia.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 43 43
2024 37 37
2023 38 38
2022 50 50
2021 46 46
2020 46 46
2019 57 57
2018 65 65
2017 57 57
2016 82 82
2015 48 48
2014 26 26
2013 40 40
2012 35 35
2011 35 35
2010 41 41
2009 32 32
2008 37 37
2007 71 71
2006 56 56
2005 67 67
2004 49 49
2003 57 57
2002 63 63
2001 44 44
2000 65 65
1999 41 41
1998 36 36
1997 38 38
1996 51 51
1995 50 50
1994 58 58
1993 38 38
1992 33 33
1991 54 54
1990 51 51
1989 49 49
1988 44 44
1987 33 33
1986 17 17
1985 11 11
1984 18 18
1983 9 9
1982 9 9
1981 20 20
1980 12 12
1979 6 6
1978 8 8
1977 5 5
1976 9 9
1975 5 5
1974 5 5
1973 8 8
1971 9 9
1970 6 6
1968 6 6
1967 7 7
1924 6 6
1923 5 5
1922 10 10
1920 6 6
1919 5 5
1917 6 6
1915 6 6
1914 6 6

Top States for Annastasia (2024)

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
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