Starling
Starling is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Little starling bird.
Origin and history
Starling is a rare masculine name of English origin derived from the bird name. Originally a bird name from the Old English 'stærling', it has historically been used as a surname and an uncommon given name. It remains a unique nature-inspired choice in the United States with limited usage.
Popularity in the United States
1,001 babies in the United States have been named Starling since 1880. It ranks #3681 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1881.
States where it is most popular
- GA (38.5 %)
- NY (23.1 %)
- KY (19.2 %)
- NC (19.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 29 |
| 1890-1900 | 12 |
| 1900-1910 | 25 |
| 1910-1920 | 123 |
| 1920-1930 | 155 |
| 1930-1940 | 125 |
| 1940-1950 | 125 |
| 1950-1960 | 98 |
| 1960-1970 | 52 |
| 1970-1980 | 57 |
| 1980-1990 | 31 |
| 1990-2000 | 41 |
| 2000-2010 | 37 |
| 2010-2019 | 45 |
| 2020-2029 | 46 |
Fun facts
- Derived directly from the English word for the bird species known for its glossy plumage and mimetic song.
- Like many nature-based English given names, Starling originally developed and circulated as an English family name.