Definitions

1. noun

A woman who is the daughter of a grand duke or other high-ranking member of a royal family, especially in Russia.

“The Romanov family’s fate was forever changed by the execution of Anastasia, the Tsar’s youngest daughter.”

2. proper noun

The name of a 1997 film loosely based on the life of Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna of Russia.

“The movie Anastasia was a box office hit, bringing the tragic story of the Romanov princess to a new generation.”

3. proper noun

A surname, derived from the Greek name Anastasius, meaning ‘resurrection’.

“The Anastasia family has a long history of producing talented artists and musicians.”

4. proper noun

A given name, derived from the Greek word ‘anastasis’, meaning ‘resurrection’.

“Anastasia is a popular name among Russian and Greek families, symbolizing hope and renewal.”