Sterling
girl name#1098 in 2025Sterling entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1098 in 2025, ranks #1098 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1913–2025
#1098
rank today
#1098
peak (2025)
218
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3170 |
| 1920s | #4044 |
| 1930s | #4225 |
| 1940s | #4004 |
| 1950s | #5062 |
| 1960s | #5661 |
| 1970s | #5501 |
| 1980s | #3506 |
| 1990s | #2374 |
| 2000s | #3017 |
| 2010s | #2212 |
| 2020s | #1300 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sterling has been most popular in TX, CA, OK.
Living bearers
About 3,600 people named Sterling are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sterling is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sterling in 2025?
- Sterling ranks #1098 among US girl names in 2025, with 218 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sterling most popular?
- Sterling peaked in 2025, reaching #1098 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sterling with classmates?
- Sterling will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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