Sterry

Sterry is a surname of English origin. It is considered a relatively uncommon surname.

Possible Origins: The origin of the name is debated, but several possibilities exist:

• Place Name: It may be derived from a place name, potentially a location associated with starlings (Old English "stearn").
• Occupational: It could possibly be related to an occupation, although a direct occupational link is less clear than the place name theory.
• Variant Spelling: It may be a variant spelling of another, more common surname.

Distribution: The surname Sterry is found primarily in English-speaking countries, with a higher concentration in the United Kingdom.

Notable People: While not an extremely common surname, individuals with the surname Sterry have achieved recognition in various fields. (Specific examples would need to be cited to be included here. Without reliable sources for specific individuals, they cannot be added.)

Related Surnames: Similar surnames, possibly with shared origins, might include Star, Starr, Sterling, and others with similar phonetics or etymology.