Nastassia

Meaning & origin

Nastassia is a distinct Slavic form of Anastasia that saw its highest American usage in the early 1980s, peaking in 1983. After declining for several decades, the name has been on a gentle upward trend since 2011, suggesting a quiet revival among parents seeking an alternative to the increasingly popular Anastasia. Though Nastassia has never cracked the top 10,000 in recent years (ranked 11,932 in 2025), its rarity may appeal to families with Eastern European heritage or those drawn to elaborate, feminine names with strong religious roots. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1981, showing that its modern use is relatively recent. Its top states are not concentrated in any region, indicating broad but sparse usage across the country. For parents considering Nastassia, it offers a more exotic twist on a classic while still providing intuitive nickname options like Nastya or Tasia.

Nastassia is a Russian and Belarusian variant of Anastasia, which itself derives from the Greek word 'anastasis' meaning 'resurrection.' The name has been used in Eastern Orthodox cultures for centuries due to its association with the resurrection of Christ. The spelling Nastassia specifically reflects Belarusian or Russian transliteration (Настасся in Belarusian). It gained moderate use in the United States during the 1980s after the name Anastasia saw a broader revival, though it remains far less common than the standard form.