Sheldon: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A child from the steep-sided valley town.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #1892
- Peak
- #247 in 1936
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Sheldon Means
Sheldon is a boy name of English origin. A child from the steep-sided valley town.
How Popular Sheldon Is
Sheldon currently ranks #1892 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #247 in 1936. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Sheldon
- Sheldon peaked at #247 in the U.S. in 1936.
- Sheldon is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Sheldon is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Sheldon
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Sheldon
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Sheldon.
Questions About Sheldon
What does Sheldon mean?
Sheldon is a boy name of English origin. A child from the steep-sided valley town.
How popular is Sheldon?
Sheldon currently ranks #1892 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #247 in 1936. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Sheldon come from?
Sheldon comes from English roots. Sheldon peaked at #247 in the U.S. in 1936.
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