Stanley
Meaning: Stony meadow, stone clearing
Origin: English
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #313
Total births: 118
History: Stanley peaked in the 1960s in Australia. Stanley Melbourne Bruce was an Australian PM. The Stanley Cup is watched by Australian hockey fans. Stanley represents old-world Australian naming.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1953) | #96 |
| Babies named Stanley in 1953 | 59 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 118 |
| Peak year | 1952 (59 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #95 |
| Years in records | 1952–1953 (2 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Stanley
What does the name Stanley mean?
Stanley means “Stony meadow, stone clearing” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Stanley?
Stanley has English origin. The traditional meaning is “Stony meadow, stone clearing”.
How popular is Stanley in Australia?
Stanley ranked #96 in Australia in 1953 — given to 59 babies that year.
When was Stanley most popular?
Stanley peaked in 1952 with 59 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Stanley a boy or girl name?
Stanley is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Stanleys in registered births are male.