Starr
boy nameStarr entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2242 in 1945, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#2242
peak (1945)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3088 |
| 1920s | #3840 |
| 1930s | #3307 |
| 1940s | #2974 |
| 1950s | #3305 |
| 1960s | #3687 |
| 1970s | #4383 |
| 1980s | #6027 |
| 1990s | #8536 |
| 2000s | #11472 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Starr are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Starr alive today was born around 1952, making them about 73 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Starr in 2025?
- Starr is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Starr most popular?
- Starr peaked in 1945, reaching #2242 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Starr with classmates?
- Starr will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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