Anastasios
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Anastasios is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A Greek name meaning 'resurrection,' often given to children born around Easter, symbolizing rebirth and hope.”. It currently ranks #12421 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1974.
What Anastasios Means
“A Greek name meaning 'resurrection,' often given to children born around Easter, symbolizing rebirth and hope.”
The Story of Anastasios
Meaning 'resurrection,' this Greek name carries the powerful symbolism of rebirth, a profound hope for every child born into new life.
Anastasios is a distinguished Greek name rooted in the word 'anastasis,' meaning 'resurrection' or 'rising again.' Historically, it was often given to children born around Easter, symbolizing new beginnings and spiritual rebirth. The name has a long history in the Eastern Orthodox Church, spreading through Byzantine culture.
To utter 'Anastasios' is to invoke a sense of profound hope and resilience. It’s a name that feels substantial, carrying the weight of new beginnings and enduring spirit. When you write this name, you are marking your son with the ancient promise that even after darkness, light and life will return.
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The Adventurer
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Peak Year
#33 in 1974
Total Births
1,020
First Recorded
1922
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