Sterling vs Edgar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edgar

Boy #460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich spear, lucky warrior"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Spanish French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#460
Total SSA Count
679
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Sterling Rank #373
Edgar Rank #460

Sterling is more popular, ranked #373 vs #460 for Edgar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sterling or Edgar more popular?

Sterling is more popular, ranked #373 compared to Edgar at #460 in the United States.

What do Sterling and Edgar mean?

Sterling means "little star" (Old English origin). Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin).

Are Sterling and Edgar boy or girl names?

Sterling is primarily a boy name. Edgar is primarily a boy name.

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