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Stacey
GirlGreek, English· “short form of Anastasia; resurrection”
- Meaning
- short form of Anastasia; resurrection
- Origin
- Greek, English
- Pronunciation
- STAY-see
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #3,096
- US babies 2025
- 53
- Best rank
- #41 (1971)
- Peak year
- 1971
Meaning and origin of Stacey
Stacey is a Greek and English name that is usually said to mean “short form of Anastasia; resurrection”.
Stacey began as a short form of Anastasia, from the Greek anastasis, meaning resurrection. It was also an English surname, derived from the medieval name Eustace. As a given name, Stacey was used for both boys and girls before becoming mainly feminine in the United States. It has a friendly, upbeat sound that feels tied to the later twentieth century, giving it a retro charm today. Stacey is easy to spell, though Stacy and Staci are common alternatives. A parent who wants more range might choose Anastasia with Stacey as the nickname.
Other spellings with the same sound: Stacy, Stacie.
Popularity over time
Stacey first appears in US Social Security records in 1915. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 57 different years, starting in 1950. Its best national rank was #41 in 1971, the same year it reached its highest count of 7,482 babies. In 2025, 53 babies were named Stacey, and it ranked #3,096 nationally. That is 48% fewer than ten years earlier, so it is becoming less common.
Its national rank moved from #4,902 in 1920, #977 in 1950, #74 in 1980, #684 in 2000, #1,435 in 2010, and #3,096 in 2025. Of the 147,750 US girls named Stacey since records began, 40% were born in the 1970s, its biggest decade. The 1960s come next, with 38,263 babies. Since 2010, 1,560 more have been named Stacey.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Tonya, Tara, Dana, Melanie, and Heidi.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Stacey ranked highest in Florida, California, and New York.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | #1673 | 8 |
| California | #1826 | 12 |
| New York | #2391 | 5 |
| Texas | #3249 | 6 |
Gender, sound and spelling
About 87% of US babies named Stacey over the last 20 years were girls, with a small share of boys.
Stacey is usually pronounced STAY-see, with two syllables. It has six letters, starts with S and ends in “-ey”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Stacy and Stacie.
Middle names for Stacey
A few middle names that flow with Stacey: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Stacey
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Stacey mean?
Stacey is a Greek and English name that is usually said to mean “short form of Anastasia; resurrection”.
What is the origin of the name Stacey?
Stacey has Greek and English roots. Stacey began as a short form of Anastasia, from the Greek anastasis, meaning resurrection.
Is Stacey a popular name?
Not especially. Stacey ranked #3,096 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Stacey a boy or girl name?
Stacey is mainly a girl's name. About 87% of US babies named Stacey over the last 20 years were girls, with a small share of boys.
How do you pronounce Stacey?
Stacey is usually pronounced STAY-see. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings