Stanley
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Stony meadow, stone clearing
Origin: English
Popularity: Ranked #863 in 2025 with 278 babies born.
History: From an English place name meaning stony clearing. The Stanley Cup is hockey's ultimate prize. Stanley Kubrick was a legendary filmmaker. The name has a classic, mid-century feel and is seeing revival.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Stanley? About 1 in 11,973 babies born in 2025 were named Stanley, or roughly 0.8 per day in the United States.
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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?
Stanley ranked #863 in 2025 — given to 278 babies that year.
When was Stanley most popular?
Stanley peaked in 1954 with 6,448 babies registered that year.
Is Stanley a boy or girl name?
Stanley is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Stanleys in registered births are male.
Is the name Stanley rising or falling in popularity?
Stanley has fallen 127 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #736 in 2020 to #863 in 2025.
How long has Stanley been recorded?
Stanley appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.