Stacy

What does the baby name Stacy mean? Learn about what Stacy means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Stacy - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Stacy: S-T-A-C-Y, is a 5-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Stacy: STAY-see
Meaning of Stacy: Productive, resurrection.
Origin of Stacy: The name 'Stacy' is of English origin. It is derived from the surname 'Stacy', which originated from the medieval English word 'stace', meaning 'resurrection' or 'rise again'. The surname was often given to individuals who were born on Easter Sunday or to those who had a connection to the Christian belief in resurrection.; American Names; English Names; Greek Names; Russian Names; Surname Names
Popularity of Stacy: The name 'Stacy' gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century. It reached its peak in the 1970s and 1980s when it ranked among the top 100 most popular boys' names. However, its popularity declined in the following decades, and it is now considered less common.; Stacy currently has 37 likes, and is in the top 6% of liked boy's names. The name Colten is slightly more popular than Stacy.

Etymology of Stacy

The etymology of the name 'Stacy' can be traced back to the Old English word 'stæcc', meaning 'stick' or 'post'. This word eventually evolved into 'stace', which referred to a wooden post or stake used as a boundary marker or for support. Over time, the meaning of 'stace' expanded to include the concept of resurrection or rising again, leading to the association with the name 'Stacy'.

Cultural Significance of Stacy

The name 'Stacy' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance. It is primarily used as a given name without any specific cultural connotations or associations.