Staten

States; from a place of governance — Associated with Staten Island
American origin · Boy name
97% boys3% girls
#14053US 2022
5Births / yr
Stable
23All-time births
📅 Since 198900

What does Staten mean and where does it come from?

Staten is derived from the Dutch word for 'states', typically used in the context of governance or legislative bodies. The name is most commonly associated with Staten Island, one of the five boroughs of New York City. It reflects a historical connection to Dutch settlers in America and has seen flu

Cultural significance
Staten has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of states; from a place of governance.
Peak popularity
Reached #9152 in 2016 — currently #14053 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Staten?

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

Staten Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Staten Rose
Floral · soft ending
Staten Mae
Sweet · timeless
Staten Claire
French influence · crisp
Staten Jane
Literary · strong
Staten Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Staten right now?

Stable — currently #14053 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20222022#14053 · Top 10%
2022
YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2022#140535

The story of Staten

Staten is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1989. With 23 total births recorded, Staten remains relatively uncommon.

Names that peaked alongside Staten in 2016:

Staten by decade

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

DecadeBirths
1980s5
2000s5
2010s13
💎Staten has only 23 total recorded births since 1989 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Staten?

Common
StaStatStatieStatyAten

Common questions about the name Staten

What does the name Staten mean?
Staten means "States; from a place of governance" — a name rooted in American 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 Staten?
Staten is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Staten?
Staten originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Staten a common or rare name?
Staten is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
What are good nicknames for Staten?
Staten naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.