Jake vs Sterling

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #373 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little star"

Origin: Old English

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Jake Rank #423

Sterling Rank #373

Sterling is more popular, ranked #373 vs #423 for Jake.

Is Jake or Sterling more popular?

Sterling is more popular, ranked #373 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Jake and Sterling mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Sterling means "little star" (Old English origin).

Are Jake and Sterling boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Sterling is primarily a boy name.