Anastasios
Anastasios is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Resurrection or one who shall rise again.
Origin and history
Anastasios is a classic Greek name derived from the word for resurrection. It has a long tradition in Greek culture and the Orthodox Christian faith. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare given name primarily used within families of Greek heritage.
Popularity in the United States
1,029 babies in the United States have been named Anastasios since 1880. It ranks #3654 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1856.
States where it is most popular
- NY (74.8 %)
- IL (15.5 %)
- MA (4 %)
- CA (3.6 %)
- OH (2.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 10 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 12 |
| 1960-1970 | 79 |
| 1970-1980 | 237 |
| 1980-1990 | 184 |
| 1990-2000 | 139 |
| 2000-2010 | 154 |
| 2010-2019 | 138 |
| 2020-2029 | 71 |
Famous people named Anastasios
- Anastasios Bakasetas: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Anastasios Donis: Athlete, Soccer Player
Nicknames
Tasos, Taso, Stathis
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Greek word 'anastasis', which literally translates to standing up again or rising.
- In Greek tradition, individuals named Anastasios often celebrate their name day on Easter Sunday.