Sheridan
girl name#5238 in 2025Sheridan entered the US charts in 1928, peaked at #778 in 2001, ranks #5238 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1928–2025
#5238
rank today
#778
peak (2001)
24
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4195 |
| 1930s | #2411 |
| 1940s | #1251 |
| 1950s | #2001 |
| 1960s | #2404 |
| 1970s | #2947 |
| 1980s | #2891 |
| 1990s | #1167 |
| 2000s | #1441 |
| 2010s | #4270 |
| 2020s | #6136 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sheridan has been most popular in TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 5,200 people named Sheridan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sheridan alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sheridan in 2025?
- Sheridan ranks #5238 among US girl names in 2025, with 24 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sheridan most popular?
- Sheridan peaked in 2001, reaching #778 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sheridan with classmates?
- Sheridan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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