Anastasia
/a.na.sta.ˈsi.a/
Anastasia is a feminine given name of Ancient Greek origin, derived from the word anastasis (ανάστασις), meaning “resurrection” or “rise again.” It is the feminine form of the Greek masculine name Anastasius.
The name entered Christian usage early due to its resonance with the concept of resurrection central to Christian theology.
Saint Anastasia of Sirmium (died c. 304 AD) is the most historically significant early bearer, a Christian martyr venerated by both the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches.
What the name Anastasia means
Her feast day is celebrated on December 25 in the Western church and on December 22 in the Eastern Orthodox calendar, giving the name strong liturgical significance across Christian traditions.
The name has been common across Eastern Europe, Russia, and Greece for over a millennium.
Its most famous modern bearer is Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna Romanova (1901-1918), the youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, whose fate after the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917 generated enduring fascination worldwide.
The Disney animated film Anastasia (1997) further embedded the name in global popular culture.
In the United States, Anastasia has ranked steadily between the top 200 and top 300 for girls’ names over the past 2 decades.
It is highly popular in communities with Greek, Russian, Eastern European, and Orthodox Christian heritage. The name’s meaning, saintly history, and royal associations give it exceptional depth for a 5-syllable name.
US popularity over time
Numerology and symbolism
Based on Pythagorean numerology — a traditional system linking name letters to numbers. Presented for cultural interest.
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