#3722024 rank
2024peak year
34,110babies named Sterling since 1880
▲ +17%5-year trend
Sterling popularity over 145 years
⭐ Sweet spot — known but not everywhere · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Sterling mean?
From Middle English sterling, the name of a high-grade silver coin, implying 'genuine' and 'excellent'. A shining word-name with old-money polish.
OriginEnglish
Syllables2
Genderboy
Styleclassic, vintage
Names like Sterling
Same era, same vibe — if you like Sterling, these usually land on the shortlist too.
Famous Sterlings
- Sterling K. Brown, actor
Spellings & variants
Sterlin
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