Stan Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationstan / /stæn/English; Slavic
Meaning
English: short form of Stanley; Slavic: 'to stand'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Stan is often used as a diminutive of Stanley, which has Old English origins meaning 'stone clearing'. It has been popular in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name has also been adopted in Slavic regions, where it carries the meaning of 'to stand'. Over the years, Stan has been associated with strength and stability.
Trend Summary
The name Stan has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Stanley
- Stanny
International Variants
- Stanisław (Polish)
- Stanko (Croatian)
Famous people named Stan
Stan Lee was an American comic book writer and editor, known for co-creating numerous iconic superheroes.
Stan Musial was an American professional baseball player, celebrated as one of the greatest hitters in Major League Baseball history.
Stan Getz was an American jazz saxophonist, renowned for his smooth tone and contributions to the bossa nova genre.
Stan Van Gundy is an American basketball coach and sports commentator, recognized for his coaching in the NBA.
Fictional characters named Stan
Stan Marsh is a character from the animated television series 'South Park', known for his moral compass and loyalty to friends.
Stan Pines is a character from the animated series 'Gravity Falls', serving as the owner of the Mystery Shack and a central figure in the story.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Stan was first seen in the United States in 1914. Stan has ranked as high as #749 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, New York, Ohio, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Stan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Stan (1991)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 17 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 17 |
| 1925 | 19 |
| 1926 | 20 |
| 1927 | 21 |
| 1928 | 21 |
| 1929 | 24 |
| 1930 | 32 |
| 1931 | 34 |
| 1932 | 42 |
| 1933 | 59 |
| 1934 | 56 |
| 1935 | 59 |
| 1936 | 65 |
| 1937 | 74 |
| 1938 | 81 |
| 1939 | 71 |
| 1940 | 81 |
| 1941 | 120 |
| 1942 | 142 |
| 1943 | 143 |
| 1944 | 167 |
| 1945 | 155 |
| 1946 | 205 |
| 1947 | 255 |
| 1948 | 212 |
| 1949 | 137 |
| 1950 | 145 |
| 1951 | 145 |
| 1952 | 145 |
| 1953 | 152 |
| 1954 | 186 |
| 1955 | 223 |
| 1956 | 247 |
| 1957 | 303 |
| 1958 | 403 |
| 1959 | 419 |
| 1960 | 404 |
| 1961 | 332 |
| 1962 | 309 |
| 1963 | 282 |
| 1964 | 249 |
| 1965 | 194 |
| 1966 | 167 |
| 1967 | 147 |
| 1968 | 121 |
| 1969 | 98 |
| 1970 | 99 |
| 1971 | 72 |
| 1972 | 73 |
| 1973 | 76 |
| 1974 | 53 |
| 1975 | 55 |
| 1976 | 49 |
| 1977 | 52 |
| 1978 | 34 |
| 1979 | 39 |
| 1980 | 42 |
| 1981 | 58 |
| 1982 | 35 |
| 1983 | 37 |
| 1984 | 29 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1986 | 32 |
| 1987 | 30 |
| 1988 | 30 |
| 1989 | 30 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 9 |