Holding steady.
Popularity of Stalin since 1971
Babies named Stalin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 29 |
| 2000s | 34 |
| 2010s | 30 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Stalin is a name that carries heavy historical and political weight, directly tied to Joseph Stalin, the Soviet leader whose rule defined much of the 20th century. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1971, decades after Stalin's death in 1953. It saw its highest recorded usage in 1996, though even that peak was modest. The name has remained very rare, with an estimated usage of fewer than 5 births per year in recent decades. Despite its rarity, the name is unmistakably associated with a controversial figure. The trajectory of the name's usage has been stable at extremely low levels. No states have recorded enough occurrences to appear in top state lists. For parents considering this name, it is important to understand its singular historical reference. The name has no common nicknames or variants and stands alone as a choice that evokes a specific legacy.
Stalin is an adoptive given name inspired by Joseph Stalin (1878-1953), the Soviet dictator. The surname Stalin was chosen by the revolutionary Ioseb Dzhugashvili, derived from the Russian word stal (сталь) meaning 'steel'. As a first name, it gained some use in communist countries and among sympathizers worldwide, particularly during the 20th century. Its usage in the United States has been rare, with first recorded data in 1971.
Sibling names for Stalin
Names that share Stalin's style, for a brother or sister.
