"resurrection"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Anastasia
Pronunciation: [ an-uhst-AYZH-uh ]
Girl Name
#166 Most Popular
Steady
4 Syllables
A royal Russian name meaning resurrection
Russian
Greek
Eastern European
American
Royal
Classic
Elegant
Vintage
Meaning & Origin
"one who will rise again"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
The Story of Anastasia
Anastasia comes from the Greek 'anastasis' meaning resurrection or rising up. It became beloved in the Eastern Orthodox tradition through Saint Anastasia of Sirmium, a 4th-century martyr executed on Christmas Day. The name achieved legendary status through Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanova, youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II, whose alleged survival of the 1918 Bolshevik execution sparked decades of worldwide mystery before DNA tests in 2009 confirmed her death.
Anastasia peaked in Western popularity after the 1997 animated film and its 2017 Broadway musical adaptation, bringing this regal Russian name to wider audiences and giving it an enduring fairy-tale quality.
In Russian culture, Anastasia (Настасья) is a deeply traditional name. The Romanov connection transformed it into a global symbol of tragic royalty. Orthodox Christians celebrate Saint Anastasia on December 25, making it a meaningful Christmas-season name with sacred resonance.
Fun Facts
- DNA tests in 2009 finally confirmed Anastasia Romanova did not survive the 1918 execution
- The 1997 animated Anastasia film grossed over $58 million worldwide
- Saint Anastasia is one of only seven women named in the Roman Canon of the Mass
Anastasia in Other Languages
Greek
Αναστασία
Arabic
أناستاسيا
Chinese
阿纳斯塔西娅
Italian
Anastasia
Russian
Анастасия
Spanish
Anastasia
Famous People Named Anastasia
A
Anastasia Soare
Business
1958
Romanian-American entrepreneur who built the Anastasia Beverly Hills billion-dollar beauty empire
G
Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanova
Royalty
1901
Youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II, whose alleged survival became one of history's great mysteries
A
Anastasia Steele Fictional
Other
Fictional protagonist of E.L. James's Fifty Shades of Grey
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #166
- Total SSA Count
- 1,832
- Cultural Origins
- Russian Greek Eastern European American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ana
Stacy
Nastya
Annie
Pairs Well With
Anastasia Rose
Anastasia Marie
Anastasia Grace
Anastasia Claire
Anastasia Sophia
Anastasia Elise
Anastasia Nicole
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Anastasia is also used as a boy name, ranked #36751.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Anastasia
What does the name Anastasia mean?
"resurrection" (from Greek). "one who will rise again" (from Greek). Anastasia comes from the Greek 'anastasis' meaning resurrection or rising up. It became beloved in the Eastern Orthodox tradition through Saint Anastasia of Sirmium, a 4th-century martyr executed on Christmas Day. The name achieved legendary status through Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanova, youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II, whose alleged survival of the 1918 Bolshevik execution sparked decades of worldwide mystery before DNA tests in 2009 confirmed her death.
What is the origin of the name Anastasia?
Anastasia has Greek, Russian, Eastern European, and American origins. In Greek, it means "resurrection". In Greek, it means "one who will rise again".
Is Anastasia a boy or girl name?
Anastasia is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #166. As a boy name, it is ranked #36751. Anastasia is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Anastasia?
Anastasia is pronounced an-uhst-AYZH-uh.
How popular is the name Anastasia?
Anastasia is currently ranked #166 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Anastasia?
Common nicknames for Anastasia include Ana, Stacy, Nastya, and Annie.
What are good middle names for Anastasia?
Popular middle name pairings include Anastasia Rose, Anastasia Marie, Anastasia Grace, Anastasia Claire, Anastasia Sophia, Anastasia Elise, and Anastasia Nicole.
What are good sibling names for Anastasia?
Names that pair well with Anastasia as siblings include Sebastian, Nikolai, Katerina, Ivan, Alexandra, Dmitri, and Natalia.
How many syllables does Anastasia have?
Anastasia has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Anastasia a common or rare name?
Anastasia is a popular name, ranked #166 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Anastasia
Anastasia is a girl name with Russian, Greek, Eastern European, and American origins . The name means "resurrection" in Greek .
Is Anastasia a boy or girl name? Anastasia is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #166 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #36,751. Anastasia is more commonly used as a girl name.
Anastasia is currently ranked #166 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Anastasia has 4 syllables and is pronounced an-uhst-AYZH-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Anastasia include Ana, Stacy, Nastya, and Annie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Anastasia include Anastacia, Anasofia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.