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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: STAR-lah //ˈstɑːr.lə//
Origin: English; Latin
Meaning: English: star-like; Latin: star
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Starla is believed to be a modern invention derived from the English word "star," which has its roots in the Old English "steorra," stemming from the Proto-Germanic "sternō" and ultimately tracing back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*h₂stḗr," meaning "star." The name likely emerged in the 20th century as a feminine form of names associated with celestial themes, reflecting a broader trend of using nature and cosmic elements in personal naming. The suffix "-la" is often used in English to create feminine variants of names, contributing to the name's contemporary appeal.
Historically, the association of stars with guidance and divinity can be traced back to various cultures and mythologies. In ancient civilizations, stars were often linked to deities and were used for navigation and timekeeping.
The significance of stars is evident in biblical texts, such as the Star of Bethlehem, which guided the Magi to the birthplace of Jesus, symbolizing hope and divine guidance. This connection to celestial bodies has persisted through the centuries, influencing literature and art, and reinforcing the name's ethereal connotations.
Culturally, the name Starla evokes imagery of brightness and aspiration, resonating with themes of wonder and exploration. It reflects a fascination with the cosmos that has been a part of human culture for millennia.
The use of names inspired by celestial elements often signifies beauty, inspiration, and a sense of the infinite. While Starla itself is a relatively recent creation, its roots in the concept of stars connect it to a long-standing tradition of naming that celebrates the natural world and its mysteries.
Famous people named Starla
In this section, you will find notable people named Starla. 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 Starla who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Starla who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Starla Anderson is a singer best known for her work in the country music genre.
Starla Huchton is an author best known for her fantasy and science fiction novels.
Fictional characters named Starla
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Starla is a fictional character from the animated television series Steven Universe. She is a member of the Crystal Gems who embodies the qualities of a star and supports the main characters in their adventures.
Sibling suggestions
If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Starla, 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 Starla. 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 Starla was first seen in the United States in 1942.
Starla has ranked as high as #872 nationally, which occurred in 1980, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Oklahoma, Alabama, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Starla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Starla 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 Starla was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Starla (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
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 Starla.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 40 |
| 2023 | 49 |
| 2022 | 49 |
| 2021 | 40 |
| 2020 | 44 |
| 2019 | 54 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2017 | 55 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2015 | 51 |
| 2014 | 60 |
| 2013 | 74 |
| 2012 | 75 |
| 2011 | 84 |
| 2010 | 76 |
| 2009 | 62 |
| 2008 | 78 |
| 2007 | 63 |
| 2006 | 71 |
| 2005 | 67 |
| 2004 | 82 |
| 2003 | 62 |
| 2002 | 90 |
| 2001 | 75 |
| 2000 | 87 |
| 1999 | 89 |
| 1998 | 81 |
| 1997 | 80 |
| 1996 | 68 |
| 1995 | 67 |
| 1994 | 56 |
| 1993 | 74 |
| 1992 | 72 |
| 1991 | 76 |
| 1990 | 78 |
| 1989 | 120 |
| 1988 | 126 |
| 1987 | 103 |
| 1986 | 111 |
| 1985 | 127 |
| 1984 | 149 |
| 1983 | 134 |
| 1982 | 164 |
| 1981 | 218 |
| 1980 | 243 |
| 1979 | 171 |
| 1978 | 176 |
| 1977 | 162 |
| 1976 | 110 |
| 1975 | 114 |
| 1974 | 114 |
| 1973 | 135 |
| 1972 | 128 |
| 1971 | 123 |
| 1970 | 172 |
| 1969 | 150 |
| 1968 | 143 |
| 1967 | 156 |
| 1966 | 196 |
| 1965 | 193 |
| 1964 | 191 |
| 1963 | 198 |
| 1962 | 204 |
| 1961 | 192 |
| 1960 | 190 |
| 1959 | 168 |
| 1958 | 134 |
| 1957 | 135 |
| 1956 | 122 |
| 1955 | 106 |
| 1954 | 122 |
| 1953 | 81 |
| 1952 | 68 |
| 1951 | 56 |
| 1950 | 49 |
| 1949 | 32 |
| 1948 | 33 |
| 1947 | 27 |
| 1946 | 15 |
| 1945 | 13 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1943 | 12 |
| 1942 | 8 |