Sterling vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sterling

Boy #373 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little star"

Origin: Old English

English Scottish American

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Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

English American

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Sterling Rank #373

Avery Rank #259

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #373 for Sterling.

Is Sterling or Avery more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Sterling at #373 in the United States.

What do Sterling and Avery mean?

Sterling means "little star" (Old English origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Sterling and Avery boy or girl names?

Sterling is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.