NAME PROFILE
Stan
Stan is derived from the Old English name Stanley, which means 'stone clearing' or 'meadow with stones.' It embodies qualities of strength, resilience, and a grounded nature. People named Stan are often seen as dependable, loyal, and with a sense of humor that brings joy to those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 8,480 |
| Gender | Male (61% / 39%) |
| Peak year | 1959 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1921 |
| Most recent | 1991 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 30%NY — 20%IL — 18%TX — 17%OH — 15%
Notable People
Stan Lee (Comic book writer, co-creator of Marvel superheroes) · Stan Musial (Baseball Hall of Famer) · Stanley Kubrick (Film director, known for *A Clockwork Orange* and *2001: A Space Odyssey*) · Stan Smith (Tennis player and Adidas shoe namesake) · Stanley Tucci (Actor and filmmaker)
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