Sterlin
Sterlin is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Little star; high quality or pure.
Origin and history
Sterlin is a variant spelling of Sterling, derived from an Old English term associated with the currency or a Middle English word meaning little star. It functions primarily as a transfer from a surname to a given name. In the United States, it remains a rare masculine option with steady, occasional usage over time.
Popularity in the United States
737 babies in the United States have been named Sterlin since 1880. It ranks #3939 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1886.
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 26 |
| 1920-1930 | 44 |
| 1930-1940 | 41 |
| 1940-1950 | 40 |
| 1950-1960 | 49 |
| 1960-1970 | 35 |
| 1970-1980 | 60 |
| 1980-1990 | 72 |
| 1990-2000 | 153 |
| 2000-2010 | 96 |
| 2010-2019 | 80 |
| 2020-2029 | 41 |
Famous people named Sterlin
- Sterlin Harjo: Filmmaker, Director
Fun facts
- Sterlin is an alternative phonetic spelling of the surname and name Sterling.
- The name has been continuously registered in U.S. birth records since the late 19th century, though always in small numbers.