Sharon
girl name#1250 in 2025Sharon entered the US charts in 1900, peaked at #8 in 1943, ranks #1250 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1900–2025
#1250
rank today
#8
peak (1943)
179
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1919 |
| 1910s | #2054 |
| 1920s | #892 |
| 1930s | #135 |
| 1940s | #10 |
| 1950s | #15 |
| 1960s | #24 |
| 1970s | #73 |
| 1980s | #177 |
| 1990s | #331 |
| 2000s | #578 |
| 2010s | #945 |
| 2020s | #1227 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sharon has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 561,000 people named Sharon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sharon alive today was born around 1953, making them about 72 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sharon in 2025?
- Sharon ranks #1250 among US girl names in 2025, with 179 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sharon most popular?
- Sharon peaked in 1943, reaching #8 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sharon with classmates?
- Sharon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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