Nastasia

Greek, feminine variation of Anastasios

"resurrection"

Nastasia Origin and Meaning

The name Nastasia is a girl's name of Russian origin.

Nastasia is a feminine name of Russian origin, a variant of Anastasia which means 'resurrection' in Greek. It emerged as a shortened form while retaining the elegant, sophisticated sound of the original. Throughout history, Nastasia has been associated with Russian royalty and literature, appearing in works by Dostoevsky and other classic authors. Though less common than Anastasia in English-speaking countries, Nastasia offers a distinctive alternative with the same rich heritage. The name carries a mysterious, exotic quality that appeals to parents seeking something traditional yet uncommon. Popularity of Nastasia tends to be higher in Eastern European countries, while remaining a relatively rare choice in the United States and Western Europe.

Famous People Named Nastasia

• Nastasia Amber Scott American model
• Nastasia Noens French skier
• Nastasia Nichitov Ionescu, Romanian sprint canoer

The name Nastasia in Pop Culture

• Nastasia character in video game Super Paper Mario