Sterling vs Gunner

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sterling

Boy #373 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little star"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #520 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bold warrior"

Origin: Old Norse

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Sterling Rank #373

Gunner Rank #520

Sterling is more popular, ranked #373 vs #520 for Gunner.

Is Sterling or Gunner more popular?

Sterling is more popular, ranked #373 compared to Gunner at #520 in the United States.

What do Sterling and Gunner mean?

Sterling means "little star" (Old English origin). Gunner means "bold warrior" (Old Norse origin).

Are Sterling and Gunner boy or girl names?

Sterling is primarily a boy name. Gunner is primarily a boy name.