NAME PROFILE
Star
Star is an English name derived from the Old English word 'starre,' meaning 'a celestial body shining in the night sky.' The name conveys a sense of brilliance, beauty, and uniqueness, reminiscent of the twinkling lights that inspire wonder and imagination.
Key Stats
| Total births | 8,432 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1997 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1936 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 28%NY — 24%TX — 19%FL — 14%IL — 14%
Notable People
Star Jones (Television personality, lawyer, and author) · Star-Lord (Fictional character from Marvel's *Guardians of the Galaxy*) · Starry Night (Famous painting by Vincent van Gogh)
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