Rising since 1991, #2,326 for girls today.
Popularity of Sitara since 1987
Babies named Sitara per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 62 |
| 2000s | 127 |
| 2010s | 251 |
| 2020s | 353 |
Meaning & origin
Sitara, meaning 'star', entered the U.S. naming charts in 1987. Its popularity has grown steadily, reaching a rank of 2,326 in 2025, with 1 in 20,606 girls receiving the name. The name peaked in 2025, and has been on an upward trajectory since 1991, reflecting a broader trend toward celestial names. Sitara is most common in Washington, Texas, and California, states with diverse South Asian populations. Its sound, similar to names like Sierra or Tara, makes it accessible while retaining its exotic appeal.
Sitara derives from the Sanskrit word 'tara' (star), with the prefix 'si-' intensifying the meaning. It is also used in Urdu and Hindi, where it carries the same celestial meaning. The name has been popular across South Asia, particularly among Hindu and Muslim families, though its use in the West has risen in recent decades.
Where Sitara is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Sitara” around the world
Where Sitara lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sita, Tara, Siti
Sibling names for Sitara
Names that share Sitara's style, for a brother or sister.
