Sherard Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sherard has roots in Old French and Germanic languages, meaning 'brave army'. It evolved through various forms, gaining popularity in medieval England among the Norman elite. The name carries a sense of strength and heritage, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sherard"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈrɑːrd/
Origin
Old French and Middle English
Etymology
The name Sherard is derived from the Old French name 'Chérard', which itself comes from the Germanic elements 'heri', meaning 'army', and 'hard', meaning 'brave' or 'hardy'.
Meaning
brave army
Language Evolution
Chérard, Sherard, Sherardus
Historical Usage
Sherard gained popularity in England during the Middle Ages, particularly among the Norman nobility after the Norman Conquest.
Variants & Derivatives
Sheridan, Sher, Sherry
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Sherard is viewed as a classic yet uncommon name, often associated with heritage and tradition.
Famous People
Sherard Cowper-Coles, Sherard Osborn
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Boy Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 24 peak births in 1975
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sherard"
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 "Sherard"
"Sherard" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2667th of 10718 | 219 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3577th of 16616 | 237 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10571st of 24088 | 76 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Sherard" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
60.24% 2098th/3483 |
57.82% 2034th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Sherard" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sherard"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sherard" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Sherard" in the United States
The name Sherard is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sherard has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Sherard' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2667th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3577th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10571st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Sherard' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.