English · Unisex name
Sterling
“etymology uncertain; possibly little star”
About the name Sterling
Sterling is a unisex given name of English origin, originally a surname. The etymology is uncertain; some sources suggest it may derive from Middle English ‘sterling’, possibly meaning ‘little star’, while others connect it to the term for English silver coins, which came to signify high quality. The use of Sterling as a given name is relatively modern, and it has been borne by figures such as Sterling Hayden, an American actor known for his roles in classic films including The Asphalt Jungle and Dr. Strangelove.
- Meaning
- etymology uncertain; possibly little star
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Unisex
- Pronunciation
- STER-ling(2 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Sterling
- Sterling James
- Sterling Alexis
- Sterling Taylor
- Sterling Morgan
- Sterling Reese
Questions about Sterling
- What does Sterling mean?
- Sterling is an English name meaning "etymology uncertain; possibly little star".
- How do you pronounce Sterling?
- Sterling is pronounced STER-ling, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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