Find out how popular the first name Sharon has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sharon by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Sharon is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 99% of people named Sharon being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 173 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Sharon.

The history of the first name Sharon

The name Sharon has its origins in the Hebrew language and can be traced back to ancient times. The name is derived from the Hebrew word "sharon," which means "plain" or "level ground." It is believed that the name was initially associated with the fertile coastal region known as the Sharon Plain, located in present-day Israel.

In biblical texts, the Sharon Plain is mentioned several times, including in the Book of Isaiah and the Song of Songs. The prophet Isaiah referred to the region as a place of great beauty and fertility, describing it as a place where "the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose" (Isaiah 35:1). This association with a lush and fruitful land may have contributed to the positive connotations of the name Sharon.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sharon can be found in the Bible, where it appears as the name of a district or region. There is also a mention of a woman named Sharon in the Book of Proverbs, though her identity and significance are unclear.

Throughout history, the name Sharon has been borne by several notable individuals. One of the earliest known was Sharon, the daughter of Caleb, mentioned in the Book of Numbers in the Bible. Another early bearer of the name was Sharon, a dancer and entertainer during the reign of King Herod in the 1st century BCE.

In more recent times, some famous individuals named Sharon include:

1. Sharon Tate (1943-1969), an American actress and model who was tragically murdered by members of the Manson Family cult.
2. Sharon Stone (born 1958), an American actress known for her roles in films like "Basic Instinct" and "Casino."
3. Sharon Osbourne (born 1952), an English television personality and wife of rock star Ozzy Osbourne.
4. Sharon Olds (born 1942), an American poet and winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 2013.
5. Sharon Van Etten (born 1981), an American singer-songwriter and musician known for her indie rock and folk music.

While the name Sharon has roots in ancient Hebrew culture, it has gained widespread popularity and recognition across various regions and ethnicities over the centuries. The name's association with a fertile and beautiful land has likely contributed to its enduring appeal and positive connotations.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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