Masculine dossier · first seen 1880

Sterling

Stable Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
2025
Peak births
944
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Gen Alpha

Quick answers about Sterling

How many people are named Sterling?

An estimated 27,194 living Americans are named Sterling.

How rare is Sterling?

Sterling is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 944 boys receiving the name in 2025, matching its recorded peak.

How old is the typical Sterling?

The median age of a living American named Sterling is approximately 27 years, with most bearers falling between 9 and 45 years old.

Is Sterling still popular?

Yes. Sterling is holding steady, with 944 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.

Where is Sterling most common?

Sterling has its strongest geographic signal in Utah, where it appears 6.4× more often than the national baseline.

1880Peak 20252025
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Peak year
2025
Decline from peak
0%
2025
944
All-time
37,474