Sterling vs Koa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sterling

Boy #373 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little star"

Origin: Old English

English Scottish American

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Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

✓ All Clear

Sterling Rank #373

Koa Rank #292

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 vs #373 for Sterling.

Is Sterling or Koa more popular?

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 compared to Sterling at #373 in the United States.

What do Sterling and Koa mean?

Sterling means "little star" (Old English origin). Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Sterling and Koa boy or girl names?

Sterling is primarily a boy name. Koa is primarily a boy name.