Stamatis
A Greek masculine name meaning "restrained, steady, resolute".
Name Census estimates that about 29 living Americans carry the first name Stamatis. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Stamatis today is around 38 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Stamatis births was 2017 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Stamatis. 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
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Stamatis. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
29
~ 1 in 11,819,115 Americans
Peak year
2017
6 babies that year
Average age
38
years old
2017 SSA rank
#12,030
Tracked since 1973
Popularity
Stamatis: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Stamatis from the 1970s through to the 2010s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 20 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Stamatis 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 Stamatis during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Stamatis
The given name Stamatis originates from the Greek language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Greek word "stamatos," which means "the mouth" or "the lips." The name is believed to have its roots in Greek mythology, where it was associated with oratory skills and eloquence.
In ancient Greek texts, the name Stamatis is mentioned as a reference to individuals who were known for their rhetorical abilities and their skill in public speaking. However, there are no specific historical figures from that era directly associated with this name.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Stamatis can be traced back to the Byzantine period, around the 5th century AD. During this time, the name was relatively popular among the Greek population, particularly in the regions of modern-day Greece and parts of the Balkans.
One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Stamatis was Saint Stamatis of Boeotia, a 6th-century Greek Orthodox saint and martyr. He was known for his unwavering faith and his willingness to sacrifice his life for his beliefs.
In the 14th century, there was a famous Greek scholar and philosopher named Stamatis Chrysoloras, who played a significant role in the revival of Greek learning in Renaissance Europe. He was instrumental in introducing Greek literature and philosophy to the West.
During the 16th century, Stamatis Pediasimos was a prominent Greek writer and poet who contributed to the development of the Cretan Renaissance literature. His works were widely celebrated and influential in his time.
In the 18th century, Stamatis Petrou was a Greek scholar and educator who played a crucial role in the Greek Enlightenment movement. He established several schools and promoted the idea of education for the masses.
Another notable figure was Stamatis Klontzas, a 19th-century Greek revolutionary who fought against Ottoman rule during the Greek War of Independence. He was known for his bravery and strategic military leadership.
While the name Stamatis has its roots in ancient Greek culture, it has continued to be used throughout the centuries, particularly in Greece and the Greek diaspora communities around the world. The name has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including saints, scholars, writers, educators, and revolutionaries, reflecting its enduring legacy and connections to Greek heritage and history.
People
Stamatis + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Stamatis as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Stamatis: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Stamatis?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 29 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Stamatis 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 11,819,115 US residents.
Is Stamatis a common name?
We classify Stamatis as "Very Rare". It ranks above 46% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 31 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Stamatis most popular?
The single biggest year for Stamatis was 2017, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Stamatis is about 38 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Stamatis a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Stamatis in the SSA data are male. 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.