Name comparison · boy names
Sterling vs. Steven
In 2025, Steven leads at #271 among U.S. boys' names, with Sterling at #345. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Sterling | Steven |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Falling |
| 2025 rank | #345 | #271 |
| Babies in 2025 | 944 | 1,261 |
| All-time peak | #305 in 1895 | #10 in 1955 |
| Uniqueness score | 36 / 100 | 32 / 100 |
| Strongest state | South Dakota (#105) | New Jersey (#165) |