Declining since 2018.
Popularity of Starlin since 1913
Babies named Starlin per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1941, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Starlin's real moment was 1913.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 10 |
| 1920s | 0 | 24 |
| 1930s | 0 | 17 |
| 1940s | 0 | 42 |
| 1950s | 10 | 13 |
| 1960s | 5 | 5 |
| 1970s | 10 | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 | 5 |
| 1990s | 16 | 11 |
| 2000s | 0 | 18 |
| 2010s | 0 | 51 |
| 2020s | 0 | 25 |
Meaning & origin
Starlin is a rare and enigmatic name that first appeared in United States Social Security records in 1913, a time when celestial and invented names were gaining modest popularity. It has never reached a rank in national data; its peak year was its debut year, 1913, after which usage became sporadic. The name's trajectory has been falling since 2018, and it has not been recorded in any of the top states. Given its obscurity, Starlin may appeal to parents seeking a truly distinctive name with a starry, modern sound, though its origins remain uncertain and it has no established cultural or historical baggage. For those drawn to names like Star or Sterling but wanting something unique, Starlin offers a rare alternative.
Starlin first appeared in the United States in 1913, but its origins are unclear. It may be an invented name combining the celestial word 'star' with a fashionable suffix, or a variant of the surname Sterling. The name has never been common; its peak usage occurred in its debut year. It could also be a respelling of the feminine name Starlene, which gained some currency in the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Starlin
Names that share Starlin's style, for a brother or sister.
