Sharon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sharon has Hebrew roots, meaning 'a plain' or 'fertile area'. It evolved from its Hebrew origins to become popular in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the 20th century. The name is often associated with beauty and kindness, and it has biblical relevance as part of the phrase 'the rose of Sharon'. Notable individuals with this name include actress Sharon Stone and television personality Sharon Osbourne.
The name Sharon is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sharon has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Sharon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2849th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 977th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1023rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1400th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2697th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7057th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14258th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1214th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 27th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 43rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 220th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 563rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1096th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sharon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sharon"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɛrən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Sharon is derived from the Hebrew word for 'a plain' or 'an area of fertile land'. It is often associated with the biblical region of Sharon, which is known for its beauty and richness.
Meaning
a plain, fertile area
Language Evolution
Sharon (English), Sharona (Hebrew), Sharon (Latinized form)
Biblical Background
The name Sharon is mentioned in the Bible as part of the phrase 'the rose of Sharon', referring to a beautiful flower found in the region.
Historical Usage
Sharon gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, partly due to its biblical connections and its pleasant sound.
Variants & Derivatives
Sharona, Shary, Shari
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sharon is perceived as a classic and timeless name. It has a warm and nurturing connotation, often associated with kindness and beauty.
Famous People
Sharon Stone - American actress, Sharon Osbourne - British television personality, Sharon Tate - American actress and model
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sharon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Sharon"
"Sharon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2849th of 7545 | 135 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 977th of 6773 | 802 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1023rd of 7552 | 1,013 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1400th of 10718 | 604 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2697th of 16616 | 363 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7057th of 24088 | 157 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 14258th of 23106 | 32 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1214th of 9107 | 689 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 27th of 9204 | 144,624 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12th of 12526 | 435,770 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 43rd of 19264 | 110,304 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 220th of 27321 | 20,434 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 563rd of 35406 | 8,214 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1096th of 30306 | 2,801 |
Regional Popularity of "Sharon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
38.68% 598th/1546 |
67.99% 1058th/1556 |
81.73% 1923rd/2353 |
44.09% 682nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
36.78% 819th/2227 |
41.81% 1016th/2430 |
61.62% 1758th/2853 |
42.13% 1169th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
50.73% 1490th/2937 |
33.76% 1176th/3483 |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
46.75% 2092nd/4475 |
53.58% 2783rd/5194 |
55.42% 3501st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Sharon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
58.19% 824th/1416 |
71.72% 989th/1379 |
65.85% 1558th/2366 |
51.84% 592nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
0.84% 13th/1546 |
5.01% 78th/1556 |
3.74% 88th/2353 |
0.52% 8th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
0.58% 13th/2227 |
0.58% 14th/2430 |
0.35% 10th/2853 |
0.54% 15th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
2.35% 69th/2937 |
1.26% 44th/3483 |
0.88% 31st/3518 |
2.03% 82nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
7.03% 259th/3685 |
4.07% 182nd/4475 |
3.93% 204th/5194 |
3.91% 247th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
14.99% 687th/4582 |
7.86% 406th/5164 |
8.49% 621st/7313 |
7.29% 544th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
31.90% 1271st/3984 |
18.74% 841st/4487 |
16.27% 1110th/6822 |
17.78% 1116th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sharon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sharon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.