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Origin: British

Meaning: Genuine

Pure and simple, Stirling is the perfect name for your newest addition. Meaning “genuine,” Stirling is a boy’s name of English origin. Related to the name Sterling and often used to denote when something is of high quality—like the term “sterling silver,” for example—Stirling is sure to fit baby to a tee. Some famous namesakes of this top-notch option include Sir Stirling Moss, the racecar driver, or even Stirling Mortlock, the Australian rugby player. Baby might also enjoy one day visiting Stirling Castle in Stirling, Scotland!