Rising since 2021, #5,238 for girls today.
Popularity of Sheridan since 1891
Babies named Sheridan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1890s | 0 | 40 |
| 1900s | 0 | 22 |
| 1910s | 0 | 170 |
| 1920s | 6 | 299 |
| 1930s | 73 | 266 |
| 1940s | 469 | 385 |
| 1950s | 297 | 187 |
| 1960s | 267 | 192 |
| 1970s | 258 | 293 |
| 1980s | 359 | 254 |
| 1990s | 1,625 | 427 |
| 2000s | 1,757 | 143 |
| 2010s | 374 | 50 |
| 2020s | 119 | 40 |
Meaning & origin
Sheridan is an Irish surname that has crossed over into first-name use, predominantly for girls, since the late 1920s. It first appeared on the US female naming landscape in 1928, and by 2001 it had reached its peak popularity at rank 5238. After a period of decline, the name has been rising again since 2021; today about 1 in every 66,969 newborns is named Sheridan. While its top states are not heavily concentrated, the name is used across the country. Its strong Irish heritage and gentle sound give it a distinctive yet approachable feel, appealing to parents seeking a surname name with history. The name's trajectory suggests a slowly growing appreciation, particularly among those looking for alternatives to more common Celtic surnames like Sullivan or Delaney.
Sheridan is an Anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Sirideáin, meaning 'descendant of Siridean.' The personal name Siridean itself is believed to derive from síor 'long-lasting' or síth 'peace'. The Sheridan family were a learned sept in County Cavan, and the name spread across Ireland before being adopted as a given name, especially for girls in the United States from the early 20th century.
Where Sheridan is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sher, Sherry, Dani, Sheri
Sibling names for Sheridan
Names that share Sheridan's style, for a brother or sister.
