n.

Sterling

Masculine #610 in 2024
Total births
40,025
Peak year
2024
Rank 2024
#610
Years on record
145
Births per year, 1880–2024 · peak 1,098 in 2024
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About the name Sterling

Sterling ranked #610 among U.S. baby names in 2024. Since 1880, 40,025 babies have been named Sterling, peaking in 2024 with 1,098 births. The 2010s were its biggest decade, with 6,397 births. Sterling is on the rise, up about 21% over the past five years. It is predominantly a boys' name.

How popular is the name Sterling?
Sterling ranked #610 among U.S. baby names in 2024, with 40,025 babies given the name since 1880.
When did the name Sterling peak?
Sterling peaked in 2024, when 1,098 babies were given the name.
Is Sterling a girl's or boy's name?
Sterling is predominantly given to boys in the United States.

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