Stacey

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Resurrection; Stable

Background: The name Stacey originates from the Greek name 'Eustachys,' which derives from 'eustachys,' meaning 'fruitful' or 'prosperous.' In English contexts, Stacey has evolved as a diminutive form of Anastasia, which means 'resurrection.' Over time, it has also been associated with the term for 'stable.'

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#269
Total births
161,667
Most popular decade
1970s (190,344 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-818 ranks)
Years in Top 100
22
First recorded year
1913

Gender usage

8.6% male 91.4% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1913
First year births
9
First year rank
#1,945
Peak year
1968
Peak year births
1,073
Peak rank
#215
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
14
Recent rank
#6,171

Female

First year
1915
First year births
5
First year rank
#4,274
Peak year
1971
Peak year births
7,482
Peak rank
#41
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
62
Recent rank
#2,740

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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