What was special about stanleys surname in the book holes by Louis Sachar?

Answer 1

Because it is read the opposite way of his surname (Yelnats)

Answer 2

Stanley's surname, "Yelnats," is "Stanley" spelled backwards. This is symbolic in the book because it represents the interconnectedness of the characters' past and present actions, as well as the idea of destiny and fate. Additionally, the palindrome nature of the name reflects the cyclical nature of the story.

Answer 3

His surname is Yelnats. So basically its his name backwards.