Sharon

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: A Plain; Field

Background: The name Sharon originates from the Hebrew word 'שָׁרוֹן' (Sharon), which means 'a plain' or 'an area of fertile land.' In English contexts, it has been commonly used as a given name, inspired by the biblical reference to the 'Rose of Sharon,' indicating a connection to natural beauty.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#33
Total births
725,947
Most popular decade
1940s (665,916 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-359 ranks)
Years in Top 100
43
First recorded year
1900

Gender usage

0.4% male 99.6% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1902
First year births
6
First year rank
#1,013
Peak year
1944
Peak year births
97
Peak rank
#623
Most recent year
2022
Recent year births
6
Recent rank
#10,860

Female

First year
1900
First year births
5
First year rank
#1,932
Peak year
1947
Peak year births
28,533
Peak rank
#9
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
190
Recent rank
#1,229

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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