Anastassia

“Anastassia is a variant of Anastasia, originating from the Greek word 'anastasis', meaning resurrection” — Associated with nobility and has historical significance

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8092US 2023

13Births / yr

↑Rising

304All-time births

📅 Since 198200

How to pronounce Anastassia

AH·nah·STAS·EE·uh

/ˈɑ.nɑ.ˈstæs.ˈiː.ə/ · stress on AH · 5 syllables

“Anastassia is a variant of Anastasia, originating from the Greek word 'anastasis', meaning resurrection”

Associated with nobility and has historical significance · Greece origin

What does Anastassia mean and where does it come from?

Anastassia is a variant of Anastasia, originating from the Greek word 'anastasis', meaning resurrection. It has been popular in various cultures, especially in Russia and Greece. The name is often associated with nobility and has historical significance, as seen in the story of the Romanov family. N

Cultural significance

Anastassia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #4646 in 1987 — currently #8092 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Anastassia?

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

Anastassia Grace

How popular is Anastassia right now?

Rising fast — up 1624 spots — currently #8092 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#8092 · Top 6.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8092	13	▲ up 1624 · +30% births
2022	#9716	10	▼ down 1204 · -17% births
2021	#8512	12	▲ up 21
2020	#8533	12	▲ up 4882 · +71% births
2015	#13415	7	▼ down 1146 · -12% births
2005	#12269	8	▲ up 3710 · +60% births
2000	#15979	5	▼ down 6713 · -44% births
1995	#9266	9	▼ down 2851 · -36% births
1990	#6415	14	▲ up 5614 · +180% births
1985	#12029	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Anastassia

Best Year1990Rank #6415

Peak Count14

Average Rank#10423

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1985 - 202310 years

The story of Anastassia

Anastassia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1982. With 304 total births recorded, Anastassia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12029 in 1985 to #8092 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Anastassia in 1987:

Jessica Ashley Amanda Jennifer Sarah

Anastassia by decade

Anastassia peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	66
1990s ★	117
2000s	46
2010s	63
2020s	12

💎Anastassia has only 304 total recorded births since 1982 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Anastassia?

Common

AnaAnAnieAnyAssia

What names sound and feel like Anastassia?

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

Anastaysia

Greece · resurrection

Anastasia

Greek · resurrection

Anastashia

Greece · resurrection

Germanic · resurrection

Antanasia

Greece · resurrection,

Anistasia

Russia · Greek

Common questions about the name Anastassia

What does the name Anastassia mean?

Anastassia means "Greek" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Anastassia?

Anastassia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Anastassia?

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

How do you pronounce the name Anastassia?

Anastassia is a 5-syllable name pronounced AA1 N AA0 S T AE1 S IY1 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Anastassia?

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