Sterling
Meaning
Starling, Little Star
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈstəːlɪŋ/
Traits associated with the name Sterling:
Dogs named Sterling tend to be loving, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, intelligence, and friendship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Sterling?
Naming your dog Sterling suggests that you value qualities such as strength, reliability, and trustworthiness. It may also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and are looking for a companion who will be a faithful and dependable friend.
Is Sterling a good dog name?
Sterling has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Sterling isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Sterling is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Sterling was, in the past month, the 1089th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of November 2024, Sterling is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Sterling was viewed 86 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Sterling's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Sterling is most adored in Connecticut, Wisconsin and Ohio.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nevada, Illinois and South Dakota.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Sterling.
Most popular breeds named Sterling:
- Labrador Retriever
- Australian Shepherd
- Doberman Pinscher
- Poodle
- Chinese Shar-Pei
Sterling is found in these categories:
country
Associations with rustic elegance and British currency give it a rural, sophisticated feel.
old-fashioned
Hails from vintage British currency, lacking modern canine moniker popularity.
british
Official currency of the United Kingdom, often symbolized as £.
scottish
Derived from Scottish town Stirling, also refers to British currency.
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