Sterling vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sterling

Boy #373 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little star"

Origin: Old English

English Scottish American

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

American English African American

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Sterling Rank #373

King Rank #343

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #373 for Sterling.

Is Sterling or King more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Sterling at #373 in the United States.

What do Sterling and King mean?

Sterling means "little star" (Old English origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Sterling and King boy or girl names?

Sterling is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.