US Popularity Rank: 672

Origin: British

Meaning: Valuable, silver penny; Excellent; LIttle star; Bird

Sterling is a baby boy name of English origin. Fans of This Is Us may be aware of award-winning actor Sterling K. Brown, but the reason for the name's popularity isn't solely from the Hollywood actor. Sterling has come a long way from the medieval era and is a variant of the Old English names Stirling and Starling, meaning "excellent" or "little star." This baby name also derives from the British pound and sterling silver used in necklaces, earrings, and other quality accessories, giving it the definition of "valuable" or "silver penny." Additionally, it could derive from the starling bird. Whether baby shines throughout the day or becomes a well-known icon, baby Sterling is sure to suit this name perfectly.