Stacia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Stacia originates from the Latin name Statius, meaning 'standing'. The name has evolved from Statius to Anastasia and then to Stacia. It is recognized for its modern appeal and association with individuality. There is no biblical relevance tied to the name.
The name Stacia is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Stacia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Stacia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1208th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2756th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1426th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 715th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1043rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2790th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9901st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Stacia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Stacia"
Pronunciation
/ˈsteɪʃə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Stacia is derived from the Latin name 'Statius', which means 'to stand' or 'standing'. It is often associated with the name Anastasia.
Meaning
standing
Language Evolution
Statius, Anastasia, Stacia
Historical Usage
Stacia became popular in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a feminine form of Anastasia.
Variants & Derivatives
Stacy, Stacie
Modern Popularity & Image
Stacia is perceived as a modern and elegant name, with a sense of individuality. It is often associated with creativity and strength.
Famous People
Stacia Kane, an American author, Stacia Ward, a prominent figure in the arts
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Stacia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Stacia"
"Stacia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1208th of 9107 | 693 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2756th of 9204 | 192 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1426th of 12526 | 1,012 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 715th of 19264 | 3,432 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1043rd of 27321 | 2,629 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2790th of 35406 | 933 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9901st of 30306 | 120 |
Regional Popularity of "Stacia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Stacia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
33.58% 463rd/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
87.85% 1367th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
50.61% 1127th/2227 |
62.84% 1527th/2430 |
65.72% 1875th/2853 |
47.82% 1327th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
18.39% 540th/2937 |
22.08% 769th/3483 |
24.02% 845th/3518 |
21.09% 853rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
20.33% 749th/3685 |
27.96% 1251st/4475 |
28.07% 1458th/5194 |
18.46% 1166th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
49.85% 2284th/4582 |
61.33% 3167th/5164 |
51.35% 3755th/7313 |
60.27% 4498th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Stacia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Stacia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.