Stavroula

“crowned”

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14948US 2023

6Births / yr

↓Falling

432All-time births

📅 Since 196600

How to pronounce Stavroula

SAY·ntay·VEE·ROH·YOO·luh

/ˈseɪ.ˌnteɪ.ˈviː.ˈroʊ.ˈjuː.lə/ · stress on SAY · 6 syllables

“crowned”

Greece origin · Girl name

What does Stavroula mean and where does it come from?

Stavroula (Σταυρούλα) is a diminutive form of the name Stavros, which means 'cross' in Greek. It is a popular name among Greek Orthodox Christians, often given in honor of St. Stavros. The name has been used since the Byzantine period and remains common in modern Greece.

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #3736 in 1975 — currently #14948 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Stavroula?

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

Stavroula Grace

How popular is Stavroula right now?

Falling — down 1218 spots — currently #14948 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#14948 · Top 11%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#14948	6	▼ down 1218 · -14% births
2010	#13730	7	▼ down 1641 · -12% births
2005	#12089	8	▼ down 1215 · +14% births
1995	#10874	7	▲ up 960 · +17% births
1990	#11834	6	▼ down 6703 · -57% births
1980	#5131	14	▼ down 1395 · -22% births
1975	#3736	18	▲ up 1620 · +80% births
1970	#5356	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Stavroula

Best Year1975Rank #3736

Peak Count18

Average Rank#9712

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 20238 years

The story of Stavroula

Stavroula is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1966. With 432 total births recorded, Stavroula remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5356 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14948 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Stavroula in 1975:

Jennifer Amy Heather Melissa Angela

Stavroula by decade

Stavroula peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	30
1970s ★	141
1980s	98
1990s	77
2000s	56
2010s	30

💎Stavroula has only 432 total recorded births since 1966 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Stavroula?

Common

StaStieStyUla

What names sound and feel like Stavroula?

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

American · Star-like and beautiful.

French · A French name

Dafnoula

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

How is Stavroula written in other languages?

Σταυρουλα

Greek

What are the boy versions of Stavroula?

Stavros GREEK

Common questions about the name Stavroula

What does the name Stavroula mean?

Stavroula means "crowned" — 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 Stavroula?

Stavroula is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Stavroula?

Stavroula 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 Stavroula?

Stavroula is a 6-syllable name pronounced S EY1 N T EY2 V IY1 R OW1 Y UW1 L 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 Stavroula?

Stavroula 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.