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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: star //stɑːr//
Origin: English; Latin
Meaning: English: celestial body; Latin: star
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Star derives from the Old English word "starre," which has its roots in the Proto-Germanic "sternō" and the Proto-Indo-European root "*h₂stḗr," meaning "star." This etymological lineage traces back through various languages, including Latin "stella" and Ancient Greek "ἀστήρ" (astēr), both of which also denote celestial bodies. The transition into English occurred during the early medieval period, solidifying the term's association with the night sky and its symbolic meanings.
Historically, the name Star has been used in various cultures and contexts, often linked to celestial navigation and mythology. In ancient civilizations, stars were not only seen as physical entities but also as symbols of guidance and divinity.
The name appears in various literary and religious texts, including references in the Bible, where stars are often associated with divine signs or omens. For instance, the Star of Bethlehem is a significant symbol in Christian tradition, representing the birth of Jesus Christ.
This connection to religious narratives has helped maintain the name's significance through centuries. Culturally, the name Star resonates with themes of aspiration, hope, and illumination.
It has been employed in literature and art to evoke imagery of beauty and wonder, often symbolizing dreams and the infinite. The name's celestial connotation has made it a favored choice in various mythologies and folklore, where stars are frequently personified or depicted as guiding figures.
While diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, such as "Stella" in Latin-derived languages, the core essence of the name remains tied to its celestial origins and enduring symbolism.
Famous people named Star
In this section, you will find notable people named Star. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Star who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Star who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Star Jones is a television personality best known for The View, Celebrity Apprentice, and her legal commentary.
Fictional characters named Star
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Star-Lord is a fictional character from Marvel Comics. He is the leader of the Guardians of the Galaxy and is known for his adventurous spirit and love of music.
Sibling suggestions
If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Star, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.
Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Star. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Star was first seen in the United States in 1919.
Star has ranked as high as #1591 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Star has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Star is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Star was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Star.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 101 | 9 | 92 |
| 2024 | 105 | 0 | 105 |
| 2023 | 99 | 5 | 94 |
| 2022 | 95 | 0 | 95 |
| 2021 | 131 | 5 | 126 |
| 2020 | 131 | 0 | 131 |
| 2019 | 140 | 10 | 130 |
| 2018 | 103 | 0 | 103 |
| 2017 | 124 | 7 | 117 |
| 2016 | 98 | 5 | 93 |
| 2015 | 98 | 5 | 93 |
| 2014 | 107 | 0 | 107 |
| 2013 | 104 | 0 | 104 |
| 2012 | 136 | 0 | 136 |
| 2011 | 152 | 0 | 152 |
| 2010 | 172 | 0 | 172 |
| 2009 | 147 | 0 | 147 |
| 2008 | 187 | 0 | 187 |
| 2007 | 199 | 0 | 199 |
| 2006 | 194 | 0 | 194 |
| 2005 | 186 | 0 | 186 |
| 2004 | 168 | 0 | 168 |
| 2003 | 187 | 6 | 181 |
| 2002 | 174 | 0 | 174 |
| 2001 | 191 | 5 | 186 |
| 2000 | 204 | 6 | 198 |
| 1999 | 186 | 0 | 186 |
| 1998 | 215 | 6 | 209 |
| 1997 | 221 | 0 | 221 |
| 1996 | 149 | 6 | 143 |
| 1995 | 79 | 6 | 73 |
| 1994 | 79 | 0 | 79 |
| 1993 | 78 | 0 | 78 |
| 1992 | 83 | 0 | 83 |
| 1991 | 73 | 0 | 73 |
| 1990 | 76 | 0 | 76 |
| 1989 | 82 | 0 | 82 |
| 1988 | 70 | 0 | 70 |
| 1987 | 72 | 0 | 72 |
| 1986 | 89 | 6 | 83 |
| 1985 | 62 | 0 | 62 |
| 1984 | 93 | 0 | 93 |
| 1983 | 117 | 5 | 112 |
| 1982 | 132 | 9 | 123 |
| 1981 | 140 | 7 | 133 |
| 1980 | 175 | 5 | 170 |
| 1979 | 154 | 6 | 148 |
| 1978 | 154 | 7 | 147 |
| 1977 | 140 | 6 | 134 |
| 1976 | 96 | 0 | 96 |
| 1975 | 76 | 0 | 76 |
| 1974 | 74 | 5 | 69 |
| 1973 | 65 | 5 | 60 |
| 1972 | 72 | 5 | 67 |
| 1971 | 66 | 0 | 66 |
| 1970 | 39 | 0 | 39 |
| 1969 | 45 | 0 | 45 |
| 1968 | 48 | 0 | 48 |
| 1967 | 49 | 0 | 49 |
| 1966 | 51 | 0 | 51 |
| 1965 | 42 | 0 | 42 |
| 1964 | 67 | 0 | 67 |
| 1963 | 65 | 0 | 65 |
| 1962 | 69 | 0 | 69 |
| 1961 | 77 | 0 | 77 |
| 1960 | 75 | 0 | 75 |
| 1959 | 70 | 0 | 70 |
| 1958 | 64 | 5 | 59 |
| 1957 | 83 | 0 | 83 |
| 1956 | 72 | 0 | 72 |
| 1955 | 51 | 0 | 51 |
| 1954 | 51 | 0 | 51 |
| 1953 | 42 | 0 | 42 |
| 1952 | 42 | 0 | 42 |
| 1951 | 41 | 0 | 41 |
| 1950 | 41 | 0 | 41 |
| 1949 | 44 | 0 | 44 |
| 1948 | 52 | 0 | 52 |
| 1947 | 66 | 0 | 66 |
| 1946 | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| 1945 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1944 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1943 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1942 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1941 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1940 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1939 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1938 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1937 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1936 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1932 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1926 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1922 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1919 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Star (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 20 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| PA | 5 |