Anastasia
Resurrection — a girl name of Greek origin
Popularity of Anastasia in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Anastasia
Anastasia comes from the Greek "anastasis" meaning "resurrection." It was a common name among early Christians due to its spiritual meaning. The most famous bearer is Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna, the youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, whose rumored survival of the 1918 execution became one of history's greatest mysteries. The 1997 animated film further cemented the name in popular culture. Anastasia carries an air of elegance, mystery, and resilience.
Anastasia Around the World
Anastasia is used in 5 languages worldwide, with 16+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Anastasia
Famous People Named Anastasia
- Grand Duchess Anastasia — daughter of Tsar Nicholas II
- Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova — Russian tennis player
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Anastasia mean?
Anastasia is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Resurrection." Anastasia comes from the Greek "anastasis" meaning "resurrection." It was a common name among early Christians due to its spiritual meaning.
How do you pronounce Anastasia?
Anastasia is pronounced an-uh-STAY-zhuh. Common variations include Anastazia, Nastasya, Anastasija.
Is Anastasia a girl name?
Yes, Anastasia is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Ana, Stasia, Nastya, Annie, Sia.
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