A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Stacia since 1893
Babies named Stacia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 6 |
| 1900s | 40 |
| 1910s | 394 |
| 1920s | 288 |
| 1930s | 83 |
| 1940s | 166 |
| 1950s | 408 |
| 1960s | 1,348 |
| 1970s | 2,413 |
| 1980s | 1,764 |
| 1990s | 1,345 |
| 2000s | 588 |
| 2010s | 135 |
| 2020s | 49 |
Meaning & origin
Stacia is a feminine name with Greek roots, commonly viewed as a shortened form of Anastasia, meaning 'resurrection.' Though its usage dates back to the 19th century, it never reached widespread popularity. The name peaked in 1971, achieving its highest rank during a decade when many similar soft-sounding names were favored. In recent years, Stacia has seen a modest resurgence, rising in rank since 2019. With a current 1-in-160,727 occurrence rate, Stacia remains a rare choice. Its variant Stacy was much more common, peaking in the 1970s, while Stacia has always been less frequent. The name is almost exclusively used for girls and has no recorded top states, suggesting its rarity is spread across the country.
Stacia is a short form of Anastasia (Greek for 'resurrection') or a feminine variant of Stachys. Stachys was a name borne by a figure mentioned in the New Testament, and the botanical term refers to a spike-shaped flower cluster. The name entered English use in the 19th century as a distinct given name, sometimes as a diminutive of Anastasia.
Where Stacia 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: Stacie, Stacy, Tasia, Stasha
Sibling names for Stacia
Names that share Stacia's style, for a brother or sister.
