"resurrection, rising up"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
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A royal Eastern European name meaning rebirth
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"she who will rise again"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
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The Story of Anastazia
Anastazia is a variant spelling of Anastasia, derived from the Greek word anastasis meaning resurrection or rising up. The name was borne by Saint Anastasia, a 4th-century Christian martyr, making it a significant name in both Eastern and Western Christian traditions. The spelling with a Z is characteristic of Polish (Anastazja), Czech, and some Eastern European traditions.
Anastasia gained massive pop culture attention through the 1997 animated film of the same name about the rumored survival of Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanova, youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II. The spelling Anastazia signals Eastern European heritage.
The name is deeply woven into Russian and Eastern European royal history through Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna Romanova (1901-1918). Saint Anastasia is venerated in both Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches, giving the name pan-Christian spiritual significance.
Historical Record
Anastazia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 880 babies have been named Anastazia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Anastazia is past its peak , currently ranked #5,140 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Grand Duchess Anastasia was the subject of decades of conspiracy theories about her survival after the 1918 execution of the Romanov family
- The 1997 animated film Anastasia was made by Fox Animation and features the classic song Once Upon a December
- Anastasia is in the top 100 names in Russia, Poland, and several other Eastern European countries
Anastazia in Other Languages
Greek
Αναστασία
Polish
Anastazja
Italian
Anastasia
Russian
Анастасия
Spanish
Anastasia
Popularity Over Time
#5,140
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2004
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Anastazia
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Anastasia Romanova
Royalty
1901
Grand Duchess of Russia, youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II, who perished with her family in 1918 and became the subj...
Grand Duchess of Russia, youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II, who perished with her family in 1918 and became the subject of lasting legend
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Anastazja Potocka
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Polish aristocrat and salon host of the Romantic era
A
Anastasia (Disney character) Fictional
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Protagonist of the 1997 Fox animated film Anastasia, based on the legend of the Romanov princess
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 5
- Popularity Rank
- #5,140
- Total SSA Count
- 26
- Cultural Origins
- Russian Eastern European Greek Orthodox
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ana
Stasia
Nastia
Zia
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Frequently Asked Questions About Anastazia
What does the name Anastazia mean?
"resurrection, rising up" (from Greek). "she who will rise again" (from Greek). Anastazia is a variant spelling of Anastasia, derived from the Greek word anastasis meaning resurrection or rising up. The name was borne by Saint Anastasia, a 4th-century Christian martyr, making it a significant name in both Eastern and Western Christian traditions. The spelling with a Z is characteristic of Polish (Anastazja), Czech, and some Eastern European traditions.
What is the origin of the name Anastazia?
Anastazia has Greek, Russian, Eastern European, and Greek Orthodox origins. In Greek, it means "resurrection, rising up". In Greek, it means "she who will rise again".
Is Anastazia a boy or girl name?
Anastazia is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Anastazia?
Anastazia is currently ranked #5140 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Anastazia?
Common nicknames for Anastazia include Ana, Stasia, Nastia, and Zia.
What are good middle names for Anastazia?
Popular middle name pairings include Anastazia Rose, Anastazia Grace, Anastazia Marie, Anastazia Claire, Anastazia Victoria, and Anastazia Sophia.
What are good sibling names for Anastazia?
Names that pair well with Anastazia as siblings include Nikolai, Alexei, Tatiana, Olga, Natasha, and Dmitri.
How many syllables does Anastazia have?
Anastazia has 5 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Anastazia a common or rare name?
Anastazia is an uncommon name, ranked #5140 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Anastazia
Anastazia is a girl name with Russian, Eastern European, and Greek Orthodox origins . The name means "resurrection, rising up" in Greek .
Anastazia is currently ranked #5,140 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Anastazia has 5 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Anastazia include Ana, Stasia, Nastia, and Zia. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Anastazia include Anastasia, Anastacia, Anasofia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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