Stav
Stav is a boy baby name. Ranked #26,415 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Stav first appeared in US Social Security records in 2001.
Over 19 babies have been named Stav in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Stav is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,415 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,415
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Stav is also used as a girl name, ranked #52616.
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About the Name Stav
Stav is a boy name .
Is Stav a boy or girl name? Stav is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #26,415 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #52,616. Stav is more commonly used as a boy name.
Stav is currently ranked #26,415 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Stav include Stanley, Stanton . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis