Meaning & History
Etymology and History
Stacie is a feminine given name, a variant spelling of Stacy. The name Stacy itself has multiple etymological roots. As a feminine name, it is commonly considered a diminutive of Anastasia, a Greek name meaning "resurrection." However, Stacy was originally used independently of Anastasia, which was rare in the United States during the 1950s when Stacy began to gain popularity as a female name. Earlier, Stacy had been used as an uncommon masculine name, derived from the surname Stacy or Stacey, which itself comes from Stace, a medieval form of Eustace. Eustace is a Greek name meaning "steadfast" (from eustathēs). Thus, the name Stacie and its variants carry dual Greek origins, one from Anastasia and one from Eustace, leading to interpretations of "resurrection" for girls and "steadfast" for boys.
Notable Bearers
While the specific spelling Stacie is less common, the root name Stacy has been borne by notable individuals across genders. Among women, notable bearers include American actress Staci Keanan (also spelled Stacie), and American singer Stacy Lattisaw. For men, the Stacy or Stacey spelling is used, such as Stacey Augmon, an American basketball player, and Stacey Campfield, an American politician. The name has also been used as a surname, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Cultural Significance
In popular culture, the name Stacy (in various spellings) has appeared in literature, film, and music. For example, the Australian character Trailer from the 1989 film The Delinquents is named Stacy, and the song “Stacy’s Mom” by Fountains of Wayne (2003) popularized the name cheekily. The spelling Stacie often appears in works featuring the name as a feminine variant, such as in the 1970s cartoon Stacie and Paul.
Variants and Distribution
Variants of Stacie include Stacey, Staci, Stacia, Stacy, and Stacee. In other languages, related names include Anastasia (Ukrainian), Nastassia (Belarusian), and Staša (Slovene). The diminutive Stace is used informally. As a feminine name, Stacie has been primarily used in English-speaking countries, especially the United States, since the mid-20th century.
- Meaning: Feminine variant of Stacy, ultimately from Greek Anastasia ("resurrection") or Eustace ("steadfast")
- Origin: English, derived from Greek
- Type: Given name, mostly feminine
- Usage Regions: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia
Related Names
Sources: Wikipedia — Stacy (given name)