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Stacia
Pronounced STAY-shuh /ˈsteɪ.ʃə/High
Meaning: Stacia is a short form of Anastasia, from the Greek anastasis, 'resurrection' — a name long given in the Orthodox and Catholic worlds and carried by early saints. Stacia (and Stacy) came into independent use in English.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Stacia is a short form of Anastasia, from the Greek anastasis, 'resurrection'. The name belonged to early Christian saints and became a favourite across the Orthodox world, where it carries strong Easter associations. In English it produced Stacy and Stacia, both used on their own. Stacia keeps a little more of the parent name's shape and grandeur (said 'STAY-shuh').
It is very rare in the U.S., well behind Anastasia and Stacy. Crisp, classical, and warm.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Stacia mean?
Stacia is a short form of Anastasia, from the Greek anastasis — 'resurrection'.
How do you pronounce Stacia?
It's said STAY-shuh /ˈsteɪ.ʃə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Stacia a boy or girl name?
Stacia is a girl's name.
How popular is Stacia?
Stacia is very rare in the U.S., well behind Anastasia and Stacy.