Holding steady.
Popularity of Shallon since 1976
Babies named Shallon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 92 |
| 1980s | 118 |
| 1990s | 31 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shallon is a rare modern name that first appeared in the United States in 1976. Its peak year of use was 1977, during which it saw its highest recorded count, though specific rank and one-in-N statistics are not available due to low frequency. The name's trajectory has been stable since its debut, remaining extremely uncommon. Its origin is uncertain, but it likely arose as a creative respelling of Sharon or a similar name, fitting a pattern of invented names from the late 20th century. No top states have been associated with Shallon, and its usage has not revived in any later decade. Parents choosing Shallon today may appreciate its distinctive, soft sound and its connection to the 1970s naming trends.
Shallon likely emerged as a modern invented name, possibly influenced by the biblical name Sharon (meaning 'plain' in Hebrew) but respelled with the popular '-on' suffix. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1976 and peaked sharply in 1977, suggesting a brief trend rather than a long-standing traditional name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shall, Lonnie
Sibling names for Shallon
Names that share Shallon's style, for a brother or sister.
