Stanly Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Stanly has its origins in Old English, meaning 'stone meadow.' It evolved from historical forms such as Stanleah and Stanley. The name is associated with traits of strength and stability and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and remains a classic name today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Stanly"
Pronunciation
/ˈstænli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Stanly is derived from the Old English elements 'stan,' meaning 'stone,' and 'leah,' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow.' This suggests a meaning related to a 'stone clearing' or 'meadow by the stone.'
Meaning
stone meadow
Language Evolution
Stanleah, Stanley, Stanly
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in England, and has been used as both a surname and a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Stanley, Stan, Stanny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Stanly is perceived as a classic name, often associated with strength and stability, though it is less common than its variant Stanley.
Famous People
Stanly K. S. K. B. H. Lee, Stanly G. H. R. E. W. A. Smith
📊 Stanly Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Stanly Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 1916
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Stanly"
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 "Stanly"
"Stanly" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2201st of 7545 | 218 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2199th of 6773 | 211 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2022nd of 7552 | 299 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4209th of 10718 | 97 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7438th of 16616 | 69 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12000th of 24088 | 57 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 18083rd of 23106 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Stanly" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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91.44% 1261st/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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67.73% 3031st/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Stanly" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Stanly"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Stanly" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Stanly" in the United States
The name Stanly is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Stanly has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Stanly' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2201st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2199th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2022nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4209th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7438th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12000th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18083rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Stanly' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.