Asa vs Sterling

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Asa

Boy #475 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"healer, physician"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Scandinavian Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#475
Total SSA Count
645
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Asa Rank #475
Sterling Rank #373

Sterling is more popular, ranked #373 vs #475 for Asa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asa or Sterling more popular?

Sterling is more popular, ranked #373 compared to Asa at #475 in the United States.

What do Asa and Sterling mean?

Asa means "healer, physician" (Hebrew origin). Sterling means "little star" (Old English origin).

Are Asa and Sterling boy or girl names?

Asa is primarily a boy name. Sterling is primarily a boy name.

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