Anastasia
feminine
Anastasia is the Italian form of the female given name Anastasia.
Anastasia is used as a feminine given name.
Meaning: female given name (name)
Which one should you use?
Stasia is an informal nickname derived from the name Anastasia.
Did you know?
- In Italy, the name Anastasia is often linked to the 'Anastasia's' of the early Christian era, specifically Saint Anastasia the Pharmakologos, who is the patron saint of chemists and pharmacists.
- Although Anastasia is a feminine name, the masculine version Anastasio was historically common in Italy and is still found in names of ancient Italian saints.
- The name Anastasia is derived from the Greek word 'anastasis', meaning 'resurrection'. In many Mediterranean cultures, including Italy, the name carries a profound spiritual connotation of rebirth.
Examples in context
- Anastasia è una ragazza molto simpatica.Anastasia is a very nice girl.
- Conosco una ragazza che si chiama Anastasia.I know a girl named Anastasia.
- Hai parlato con Anastasia oggi?Did you speak with Anastasia today?
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a mutual acquaintance at a cafe.
- GiuliaHai visto Anastasia oggi?Did you see Anastasia today?
- AlessandroNo, non l'ho incontrata.No, I didn't meet her.
- GiuliaÈ passata da me stamattina.She stopped by my place this morning.
- AlessandroAh, davvero? Era molto felice?Ah, really? Was she very happy?
Sources
- Wiktionary, “anastasia” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
