How popular is the name Sharon in 2025?

Sharon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Sharon most popular?

Sharon peaked in 1944, reaching #623 among US boy names.

Sharon will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Sharon entered the US charts in 1902, peaked at #623 in 1944, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#623

peak (1944)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 2,100 people named Sharon are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Sharon alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Sharon in 2025?: Sharon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Sharon most popular?: Sharon peaked in 1944, reaching #623 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Sharon with classmates?: Sharon will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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