Starr
Starr is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Star, celestial body.
Origin and history
Starr is a modern nature-inspired name derived from the Old English word for a celestial star. Originally an English surname, it transitioned into a given name in the United States during the 20th century. It remains a recognizable yet moderately uncommon choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
9,843 babies in the United States have been named Starr since 1880. It ranks #1665 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1597.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.6 %)
- NY (15.5 %)
- TX (9.2 %)
- MI (8.5 %)
- IL (8.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 19 |
| 1920-1930 | 35 |
| 1930-1940 | 122 |
| 1940-1950 | 662 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,061 |
| 1960-1970 | 855 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,163 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,386 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,587 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,569 |
| 2010-2019 | 879 |
| 2020-2029 | 505 |
Famous people named Starr
- Starr Andrews: Figure skater, Athlete
Fun facts
- Before becoming a given name, Starr was established as an English surname derived from the word for a star.
- Starr is the name of the protagonist Starr Carter in Angie Thomas's acclaimed novel The Hate U Give.