What does the name Sterling mean?

The name Sterling means "Excellent".

What is the origin of the name Sterling?

Sterling is a name of English origin.

In 2023, 880 babies were named Sterling in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Sterling is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 880 →

All-Time Total: 35,768

Peak Year: 2024

Sterling is of English origin, derived from the Old English word "stærling," meaning "little star."

Boy names closely related to Sterling

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Girl names closely related to Sterling

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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