Sharon
sh(a)-ron
US Popularity:2463
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:a fertile plain
Sharon as a girl's name is of Hebrew origin meaning "a fertile plain". In the Bible, Sharon refers to flat land at the foot of Mount Carmel. The Song of Solomon describes the beloved Schulamite woman as a flower of Sharon. With such Biblical connections, it’s no surprise that Sharon has been a consistent name within the baby charts. In fact, just a few years back, Sharon claimed as high as the top 50 but has since been in decline. If you’re looking for a timeless name that will never go out of fashion, Sharon is always a great choice.
Famous People Named Sharon
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Sharon TateActress
How Popular Is The Name Sharon?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Sharon is currently #268 on The Bump
Girl:Sharon is currently #192 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Sharon is currently #2463 in U.S. births
Girl:Sharon is currently #1314 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1314
in 2023
- 105
from 2022
Sources
Britannica, Plain of Sharon
Online Etymology Dictionary, Sharon August, 2023
Behind the Name, Sharon, December 2022
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