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Anastasia | Meaning, Origin & History | The Name Library

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Anastasia

Anastasia is a feminine given name of Greek and Slavic origin, derived from the Greek word anástasis (ἀνάστασις), meaning "resurrection". It is a popular name in Eastern Europe.

Greek originSecular traditionClassicElegant

Meaning

resurrection

Snapshot

A girl name with 4 syllables. Currently considered common.

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Historical Context & Cultural Origin

Anastasia is a feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the word 'anastasis,' meaning 'resurrection.' It gained prominence in Eastern Orthodox countries, particularly Russia, due to its association with early Christian saints and the significance of the resurrection in Christian theology. The name was famously borne by Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna, the youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, whose rumored survival of the royal family's execution has become a subject of folklore and popular culture.

Famous Namesakes

Anastasia Nikolaevna of Russia, Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, Anastasia Myskina, Anastasia Vlasova

Nicknames & Variations

Ana, Asia, Stacie, Nastya, Nata

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