Sterr

Sterr Meaning & Origin

About Sterr
The surname Sterr is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "sterre," meaning "star." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was associated with the stars, either due to their occupation or personal characteristics. The name may have been given to astronomers, astrologers, or individuals who were considered to shine brightly or possess a star-like quality. Over time, the surname Sterr has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.

🌍 Origin
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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Sterr is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Sterr: 421
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 49,824
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.14

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Sterr based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.

Ranking information for the surname Sterr is not currently available.

Pronunciation

πŸ“‡ Metaphone
STR
πŸ—½ NYSIIS
SA
πŸ”Š Soundex
S306
🎡 Syllabic Pronunciation
S T EH1 R
🌐 IPA
/stΙ›r/
πŸ”Š Double Metaphone
('STR', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
S360

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Sterr in Braille

Here's how to represent Sterr in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.

The name Sterr in braille

How to sign the name Sterr using Sign Language

The image below shows how you can spell Sterr using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Sterr in sign language

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