Declining since 1985, #3,067 for girls today.
Popularity of Stacey since 1913
Babies named Stacey per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 20 | 57 |
| 1920s | 24 | 97 |
| 1930s | 8 | 110 |
| 1940s | 293 | 195 |
| 1950s | 4,615 | 859 |
| 1960s | 38,263 | 5,749 |
| 1970s | 59,210 | 4,238 |
| 1980s | 32,138 | 1,156 |
| 1990s | 8,748 | 919 |
| 2000s | 2,871 | 336 |
| 2010s | 1,212 | 198 |
| 2020s | 348 | 68 |
Meaning & origin
Stacey emerged as a common feminine name in the United States during the mid-20th century, reaching its peak rank in 1971. Its popularity gradually declined after 1985, and by 2025 it ranked 3067th, with roughly one in 30,326 girls receiving the name. The name was most prevalent in Florida, California, and New York, reflecting a broad geographic spread. The spelling Stacey, alongside variants like Stacy and Stacie, contributed to the name's familiarity during its prime decades, though it now carries a distinctly 1970s vintage feel.
Stacey began as a medieval English diminutive of Anastasia, derived from the Greek 'anastasis' meaning 'resurrection'. By the 20th century, Stacey and its variant Stacy became popular as independent feminine names in the United States, particularly in the mid-to-late 1900s. The spelling Stacey, with its 'ey' ending, was a common respelling that reflected the name's pronunciation.
Where Stacey is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Stace
Sibling names for Stacey
Names that share Stacey's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Stacey
Names whose popularity has moved with Stacey's over the last 50 years.
