Stanley

According to its old English origin, the meaning of Stanley is 'stony meadow', but it can also mean 'from the stony field'. Used as a first name or surname, Stanley is a masculine name and traditionally used by parents looking to name a baby boy. It was traditionally used as a surname for someone who lives by a stoney grove. In pop culture, Stanley Hudson is the name of a character on the television series 'The Office'. It is also the name of the main character in the children's book series and animated series 'Stanley'. Additionally, Stanley 'Stan' Shunpike is a fictional character in the 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling. The main character is also named Stanley 'Stan' Marsh in 'South Park'. Famous people with the name Stanley include Stanley Tucci, an American actor, Stanley Melbourne Bruce, the 8th Prime Minister of Australia, and Stanley Baldwin, the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The name also belongs to Stanley Augustus Holloway, an English actor, and Stanley Bernard 'Stan' Galazin, an American soccer player.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

near the stony clearing

Origin

English

Numerology

S is for sweetheart, you really are!

T is for tasteful, the way you communicate.

A is for admirable, you certainly are!

N is for name, a pleasant one indeed.

L is for life, that you live so well.

E is for elegant, born within you.

Y is for yearn, your innermost desires.

Lucky

Stanley lucky number is 6.

Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Stanley

• Tanith Jessica Louise Belbin White Canadian,American Olympic ice dancer
• Tanith Lee English novelist
• Tanith Maxwell South African marathoner
• Tanith Carey English novelist and journalist
• Tansy Davies English composer and conductor

Stanley in Pop Culture

• Stanley Kowalski character in "A Streetcar Named Desire"
• Stanley Griff main character in children's books and animated TV series "Stanley"
• Stanley Hudson character on TV's "The Office"
• Stanley "Stan" Torres baby on TV's "Cougar Town"
• The Stanley Parable video game