Holding steady, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Stanislaw since 1911
Babies named Stanislaw per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1917, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Stanislaw's real moment was 1911.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 163 |
| 1920s | 62 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 23 |
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 29 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 60 |
| 2010s | 76 |
| 2020s | 31 |
Meaning & origin
Stanislaw is a Polish given name with deep Slavic roots, combining 'stani' (to stand, become) and 'slawa' (glory). Its most famous bearer is Saint Stanislaus, the 11th-century bishop and patron saint of Poland, whose martyrdom cemented the name's religious and national significance. In the United States, the name first appeared in Social Security records in 1911 and peaked in popularity that very year. As of 2025, it ranks 8,243rd, with an estimated 1 in 189,786 male births receiving the name. Its trajectory has been stable, reflecting its status as a traditional choice within Polish-American communities. While not associated with any particular U.S. state, the name remains a marker of cultural heritage, often passed down through generations.
Stanislaw is derived from the Slavic elements 'stani' (to become, to stand) and 'slawa' (glory). The name was borne by several early Polish saints and rulers, including Saint Stanislaus, the patron saint of Poland, who was martyred in the 11th century. It has remained a popular traditional name in Poland and among Polish diaspora communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Stas, Stasiu, Stach
Variants: Stanislav, Stanisław, Stanislaus
Sibling names for Stanislaw
Names that share Stanislaw's style, for a brother or sister.
