How Many People Are Named Stacey?
Complete statistics for the name Stacey: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Stacey is an English name derived from the Greek name Anastasia, meaning resurrection or rebirth. About 150,794 people named Stacey are living in the US today, making it 1 in 2,188 Americans. It hit its peak in 1971 and has been fading ever since, landing it firmly in rare territory now.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The name Stacey carries the life-path number 1, which traditionally represents independence, leadership, and the drive to forge your own path. People associated with number 1 are seen as original thinkers who prefer to lead rather than follow.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 51All 161,667 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1971Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Stacey Through the Generations
Stacey had its moment in the spotlight back in 1971, when 8,006 babies were given the name in a single year. That peak was part of a 13-year run in the US top 10, which is a serious stretch of popularity. The numbers today tell a very different story. Of the roughly 150,794 Staceys alive in the US, a huge 81 percent are between 30 and 60 years old, with an average age of 51. Only 4 percent are under 30, just 6,456 people, which shows how sharply the name fell out of fashion with younger generations. The gap between all-time births of 161,667 and the living count of 150,794 is relatively small, suggesting most Staceys born during the boom years are still very much around. This is a name that belongs almost entirely to one generation, and the declining trend means that's unlikely to change.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Stacey's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Stacey
How Many People Have the Name Stacey?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 9,266 people in the United States currently share the name Stacey. That works out to roughly 1 in every 35,770 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Stacey a Common or Rare Name?
Stacey is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Stacey Mean?
Stacey means "resurrection, one who will rise" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Stacey in SSA data, approximately 8% are male and 92% are female.
When Was Stacey Most Popular?
The name Stacey reached peak popularity in 1971, with 8,006 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Stacey?
Approximately 9,266 people named Stacey live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 9,266. That works out to roughly 1 in 35,770 Americans.
Is Stacey a rare name?
Stacey is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 35,770 Americans has this name.
What does the name Stacey mean?
Stacey means "resurrection, one who will rise" and comes from Greek origins.
Is Stacey more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 8% of people named Stacey are male and 92% are female.
When was Stacey most popular?
Stacey peaked in 1971 with 8,006 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.