Staney
A masculine diminutive of the English name Stanley meaning "stone meadow".
Name Census estimates that about 4 living Americans carry the first name Staney. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Staney today is around 68 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Staney births was 1960 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Staney. 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 Staney is about 68 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Staneys were born before 1968.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Staney. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
4
~ 1 in 85,688,585 Americans
Peak year
1960
5 babies that year
Average age
68
years old
1960 SSA rank
#4,535
Tracked since 1960
Popularity
Staney: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Staney 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 Staney during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Staney
The name Staney has its origins in the ancient Germanic language, tracing back to the 5th century AD. It is derived from the Old High German word "stein," which means "stone" or "rock." The name is believed to have been initially used as a nickname or a descriptive name, possibly referring to a person with a strong, steadfast character or someone associated with stonemasonry or quarrying.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Staney can be found in the Frankish Annals, a historical chronicle from the 8th century AD. It mentions a Frankish warrior named Staney who fought alongside Charlemagne against the Saxons. However, the accuracy of this reference is debated among scholars.
In the Middle Ages, the name Staney gained popularity across various regions of Europe, particularly in Germany, France, and England. During this period, it was often spelled in different variations, such as "Staneius," "Stanegh," or "Staneye."
The first known historical figure with the name Staney was Staney of Winterborne, an English landowner and knight who lived in the 13th century. He is mentioned in several medieval land records and charters from Dorset, England.
Another notable bearer of the name was Staney of Burgundy, a French nobleman and crusader who participated in the Fifth Crusade in the early 13th century. He is recorded in the chronicles of the crusades as a brave and skilled warrior.
In the 15th century, Staney Wallop, an English courtier and diplomat, served under King Henry VI and played a significant role in the negotiations during the Hundred Years' War between England and France.
During the Renaissance period, Staney Kerton, an English poet and playwright, gained recognition for his works, including the play "The Tragedy of Staney," which was performed in London in the late 16th century.
In the 18th century, Staney Fortescue, an English aristocrat and politician, served as a member of the House of Commons and was known for his advocacy of parliamentary reform.
These are just a few examples of historical figures who bore the name Staney. While the name has fallen out of widespread use in modern times, it remains a reminder of its rich heritage and the diverse individuals who have carried it throughout history.
People
Staney + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Staney 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
Staney: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Staney?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 4 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Staney 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 85,688,585 US residents.
Is Staney a common name?
We classify Staney as "Very Rare". It ranks above 6.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Staney most popular?
The single biggest year for Staney was 1960, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Staney is about 68 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Staney in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Staney a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Staney 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.
Is Staney still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Staney in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Staney can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Staney as a first name?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.