Stirling
boy name#4396 in 2025Stirling entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1867 in 1942, ranks #4396 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#4396
rank today
#1867
peak (1942)
23
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3457 |
| 1920s | #3546 |
| 1930s | #3366 |
| 1940s | #2711 |
| 1950s | #3300 |
| 1960s | #3401 |
| 1970s | #3969 |
| 1980s | #5704 |
| 1990s | #5529 |
| 2000s | #6144 |
| 2010s | #5312 |
| 2020s | #5541 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Stirling has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 700 people named Stirling are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Stirling alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Stirling in 2025?
- Stirling ranks #4396 among US boy names in 2025, with 23 babies given the name.
- When was the name Stirling most popular?
- Stirling peaked in 1942, reaching #1867 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Stirling with classmates?
- Stirling will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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