Sheldon
boy name#2765 in 2025Sheldon entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #247 in 1936, ranks #2765 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#2765
rank today
#247
peak (1936)
46
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #844 |
| 1890s | #906 |
| 1900s | #728 |
| 1910s | #525 |
| 1920s | #340 |
| 1930s | #262 |
| 1940s | #310 |
| 1950s | #373 |
| 1960s | #392 |
| 1970s | #420 |
| 1980s | #476 |
| 1990s | #460 |
| 2000s | #799 |
| 2010s | #1209 |
| 2020s | #2180 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sheldon has been most popular in CA, NY, FL.
Living bearers
About 24,500 people named Sheldon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sheldon alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sheldon in 2025?
- Sheldon ranks #2765 among US boy names in 2025, with 46 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sheldon most popular?
- Sheldon peaked in 1936, reaching #247 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sheldon with classmates?
- Sheldon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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