Hard, durable metal; alloy of iron and carbon
Derived from the English word for the metal alloy, symbolizing strength and resilience. It emerged as a modern word name, reflecting industrial durability and an unbreakable nature.
Less common today
Steel isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,269 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
John Henry Irons, a superhero and ally of Superman · DC Comics
A character from the British sci-fi series Sapphire & Steel · Sapphire & Steel
