Anastasija

“Resurrection.”

Russia origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7268US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

176All-time births

📅 Since 200000

What does Anastasija mean and where does it come from?

Anastasija is the Slavic form of the name Anastasia, derived from the Greek 'Anastasis,' meaning resurrection. It has been a popular name in various Eastern European countries. The name has historical roots, being borne by several saints and members of royal families. In Russia, Anastasija became po

Cultural significance

Anastasija has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Russia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of resurrection..

Peak popularity

Reached #7597 in 2018 — currently #7268 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Anastasija?

Anastasija works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Anastasija Grace

How popular is Anastasija right now?

Rising fast — up 6457 spots — currently #7268 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#7268 · Top 5.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7268	15	▲ up 6457 · +150% births
2022	#13725	6	▼ down 1418 · -14% births
2021	#12307	7	▼ down 3616 · -42% births
2020	#8691	12	▲ up 5093 · +71% births
2015	#13784	7	▲ up 579
2010	#14363	7	▼ down 1622 · -12% births
2005	#12741	8	▲ up 2013 · +33% births
2000	#14754	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Anastasija

Best Year2023Rank #7268

Peak Count15

Average Rank#12204

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Anastasija

Anastasija is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2000. With 176 total births recorded, Anastasija remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14754 in 2000 to #7268 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Anastasija in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Anastasija by decade

Anastasija peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	80
2010s ★	84
2020s	12

💎Anastasija has only 176 total recorded births since 2000 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Anastasija?

CROATIAN

Staša

ENGLISH

StaceeStaceyStaciStaciaStacieStacy

GREEK

NatasaTasiaTasoula

RUSSIAN

AsyaNastasiaNastasyaNastyaStasya

What names sound and feel like Anastasija?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Anastasija also consider these

Germanic · resurrection

Annastassia

Russia · Greek

How is Anastasija written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Anastasija?

Anastasios ANCIENT GREEK Anastasius ANCIENT GREEK Anastas BULGARIAN Anastasiy BULGARIAN Staas DUTCH Anastasios GREEK Anasztáz HUNGARIAN Anastasio ITALIAN Anastazy POLISH Anastas RUSSIAN Anastasiy RUSSIAN Anastasio SPANISH

Common questions about the name Anastasija

What does the name Anastasija mean?

Anastasija means "Resurrection." — a name rooted in Russia tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Anastasija?

Anastasija is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Anastasija have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Anastasija?

Anastasija originates from Russia tradition. Russia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Anastasija?

Anastasija pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Russia heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Anastasija trending right now?

Anastasija is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.