Sterling vs Edwin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sterling

Boy #373 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little star"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

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Sterling Rank #373

Edwin Rank #383

Sterling is more popular, ranked #373 vs #383 for Edwin.

Is Sterling or Edwin more popular?

Sterling is more popular, ranked #373 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Sterling and Edwin mean?

Sterling means "little star" (Old English origin). Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin).

Are Sterling and Edwin boy or girl names?

Sterling is primarily a boy name. Edwin is primarily a boy name.