Stone field or stony clearing
Originally a short form of Stanley, Stan is derived from the Old English elements 'stan' (stone) and 'leah' (wood, clearing, or meadow). It transitioned from a surname to a common given name in the early 20th century. While it was once a mid-century staple, it is now considered a rare, vintage choice for modern parents.
Less common today
Stan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,392 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Marvel Comics writer and editor
Hall of Fame baseball player
Influential jazz saxophonist
Comedic actor of Laurel and Hardy
One of the four main protagonists · South Park
Grand Slam winning tennis player
Professional tennis player
Professional hockey player
Conductor of the Knight Bus · Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
