Stanislaw Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSTAN-ih-slaw / ˈstænɪslɔːSlavic; Polish
Meaning
Slavic: glory; Polish: one who stands
Historical & Cultural Background
Stanislaw is a traditional Slavic name, commonly used in Poland. It has historical significance, often associated with Polish kings and saints. The name reflects a cultural heritage that values strength and honor. It remains popular in various Slavic countries.
Trend Summary
The name Stanislaw has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence among Polish-American communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Stanislaus
- Stas
International Variants
- Stanislav (Czech/Slovak)
- Stanislaw (Polish)
- Stanislaw (Russian)
Famous people named Stanislaw
Stanislaw Lem was a renowned Polish science fiction writer, best known for his novel 'Solaris'.
Stanislaw Wyspianski was a prominent Polish playwright and painter, influential in the Young Poland movement.
Stanislaw Moniuszko was a notable Polish composer, often referred to as the father of Polish opera.
Stanislaw Ignacy Witkiewicz was a Polish playwright, painter, and philosopher known for his avant-garde works.
Fictional characters named Stanislaw
Stanislaw is a character in the video game 'The Witcher', known for his role in the game's rich narrative.
Stanislaw is featured in the novel 'The Brothers Karamazov' by Fyodor Dostoevsky, representing complex moral themes.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Stanislaw was first seen in the United States in 1911. Stanislaw has ranked as high as #819 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, New York, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Stanislaw has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Stanislaw (1919)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 10 |
| 1912 | 16 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 33 |
| 1918 | 26 |
| 1919 | 25 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 5 |