Anastasia Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationan-uh-STAY-zhuh / ˌænəˈsteɪʒəGreek; Russian
Meaning
Greek: 'resurrection'; Russian: 'one who will rise again'
Historical & Cultural Background
Anastasia is derived from the Greek name 'Anastasis', which means resurrection. It has been a popular name in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Orthodox Christian communities due to its association with the resurrection of Christ. The name gained prominence in Russia, especially after the 19th century, and has been borne by several notable figures in Russian history. The name is often associated with nobility and grace.
Trend Summary
Anastasia has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Anastasio
- Anastassia
International Variants
- Anastasia (Russian)
- Anastasie (French)
- Anastazja (Polish)
Famous people named Anastasia
Anastasia Romanov was the youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia and is a historical figure associated with the Russian Revolution.
Anastasia Steele is a fictional character from the 'Fifty Shades' series, known for her romantic involvement with Christian Grey.
Anastasia Zavorotnyuk is a Russian actress known for her role in the television series 'My Fair Nanny'.
Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova is a professional Russian tennis player who has won multiple titles on the WTA Tour.
Fictional characters named Anastasia
Anastasia is the main character in the animated film 'Anastasia', who embarks on a journey to discover her past.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anastasia was first seen in the United States in 1988. Anastasia has ranked as high as #1158 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Anastasia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Anastasia
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |