Eustolia
Good state of soul, longevity of life.
Name Census estimates that about 82 living Americans carry the first name Eustolia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Eustolia today is around 66 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Eustolia births was 1926 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Eustolia. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Eustolia is about 66 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Eustolias were born before 1970.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Eustolia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
82
~ 1 in 4,179,931 Americans
Peak year
1926
16 babies that year
Average age
66
years old
2004 SSA rank
#16,937
Tracked since 1913
Popularity
Eustolia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Eustolia from the 1910s through to the 2000s, spanning 8 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 114 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Eustolia by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Eustolia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Eustolias live
Origin
Meaning and history of Eustolia
The name Eustolia is a rare and intriguing one, steeped in history and cultural significance. Its origins can be traced back to Ancient Greek, where it was derived from the combination of the words "eu" meaning "good" or "well," and "stole" meaning "equipment" or "dress." This suggests that the name may have originally referred to someone who wore fine garments or was skilled in the art of clothing or adornment.
In the early days of Christianity, the name Eustolia gained popularity among Greek-speaking communities in the Byzantine Empire. It was often bestowed upon women who displayed virtues such as modesty, grace, and a reverence for tradition. Some scholars believe that the name may have been inspired by the biblical concept of being "clothed in righteousness," further reinforcing its connection to moral and spiritual qualities.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Eustolia can be found in the writings of the 4th-century Christian author and theologian, St. Basil the Great. He mentions a woman by the name of Eustolia in one of his letters, though little is known about her beyond this reference.
Throughout the Byzantine era, the name Eustolia was borne by several notable figures. Among them was Eustolia of Constantinople (c. 580 - c. 640), a renowned scholar and philosopher who was highly respected for her intellectual prowess and contributions to the fields of logic and metaphysics.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Eustolia Argyropoulina (c. 1030 - c. 1100), a member of the influential Argyropoulos family in the Byzantine Empire. She was known for her role in preserving and promoting the study of ancient Greek literature and philosophy during a time when such knowledge was under threat.
In the realm of religious figures, Eustolia of Thessaloniki (c. 1200 - c. 1280) was a revered nun and ascetic who dedicated her life to prayer and spiritual contemplation. She was highly regarded for her piety and was even said to have performed miracles during her lifetime.
Eustolia Rozhen (c. 1350 - c. 1420), a Bulgarian aristocrat and philanthropist, left a lasting legacy through her support of numerous charitable endeavors and her patronage of the arts and education. She was instrumental in the construction of several churches and monasteries in the region.
While the name Eustolia may have faded into relative obscurity in recent centuries, its rich history and cultural significance serve as a testament to the enduring influence of ancient traditions and the remarkable individuals who carried this name through the ages.
People
Eustolia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Eustolia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Eustolia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Eustolia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 82 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Eustolia going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 4,179,931 US residents.
Is Eustolia a common name?
We classify Eustolia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 61.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 316 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Eustolia most popular?
The single biggest year for Eustolia was 1926, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Eustolia is about 66 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Eustolia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Eustolia in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.