Sheridan
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Sheridan is a Gaelic name meaning “seeker”. It is a common name, primarily used for girls, with 88.54% female usage.
Meaning & Origin of the name Sheridan
Sheridan is a name of Gaelic (Celtic) origin, traditionally interpreted as one who comes from the wild or untamed place. It derives from the Irish surname Ó Sirideáin, which is believed to be rooted in the word siridean, meaning a seeker or someone who wanders. The name transitioned from a clan-based surname in Ireland to a given name used across various English-speaking regions. It holds historical resonance through its association with prominent literary and artistic figures in British culture.
Meaning Comments
- Ck_y7zp8_nn6: Another possible connection that's been drawn is to Irish 'sídh', meaning "fairy" or "elf", with connotations of "trickster".
- Hbo_ppv4900: My name is Sheridan and I am a female although I have met men with this name too. To my understanding it is an Irish name. The Male version means 'Wild one or Wild Savage', while the female version means 'Lively Spirited'. I love my name.
- Strengthgal: My daughter's name is Sheridan. I was under the impression from my research on the name that it was a unisex name of Irish origin and means "wild one". First heard the name on passions as well.
Gender Usage of the Name Sheridan
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Sheridan is primarily used as a name for girls. Approximately 88.54% of recorded bearers are female. This classification is supported by extensive records and is considered highly reliable.
Popularity of the Name Sheridan
Note: Green bars show popularity (% of births); the violet line shows historical ranking. Data is based on official government birth records. Click any chart to view details by year and region.
Overall PopularityMethodology
Sheridan is listed under Common Girl Names worldwide. Its overall popularity is supported by stronger usage in Canada across the available regional markets.
| Region | Popularity | Birth Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Uncommon | 1 in every 140K births |
| United Kingdom | Uncommon | 1 in every 388K births |
| Canada | Common | 1 in every 156K births |
| Australia | Common | 1 in every 145K births |
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Sheridan ranked #9,785 on the Popular Girls’ Names Worldwide List (2025). This year the name appears in the official list for this region after being absent in the prior official year. Newly recorded in the latest official lists, Sheridan shows early signs of usage.
Historically, its best recorded position was #528 in 1951. Its lowest recorded position was #11,623 in 2017. Over the last 10 years (2015–2025) the name fell -3255 places (from #6,530 to #9,785).
Name StyleMethodology
Sheridan is classified as Vintage Girl Names because its historical peak was 2001, followed by a decline to 0% of that peak and a recent recovery to 12.5x the preceding level.Explain More
Although the name also meets the Classic criteria, the Vintage pattern is more strongly supported: a decline to 0% of the historical peak followed by a 12.5x recent recovery. The competing Classic pattern is supported by activity across 61% of available years and continued recent use at 5 births per year, giving the selected Style an evidence margin of 41 percentage points.
Characteristics of the Name Sheridan
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- CMU
- Syllables
- 3 syllables — Three-Syllable Girl Names
- Length
- 8 letters — Long Girl Names
- Starts with
- S — Girl Names Starting with S
- Ends with
- n — Girl Names Ending in “n”
Name AestheticMethodology
Sheridan carries a three-syllable structure that emphasizes a formal 100 stress pattern, lending it an authoritative tone. It is strongly associated with Philip Sheridan, a prominent Union general during the American Civil War. These elements coalesce to evoke a Strong & Powerful aesthetic.
Middle Names For Sheridan
Middle names used with SheridanMethodology
Sheridan is most frequently used with these girl middle names: Sheridan Nicole · Sheridan Grace · Sheridan Alexis · Sheridan Rose · Sheridan CamilleView all 93 girl middle names.
- Total 157 middle names used with Sheridan
- 36 boy middle names used with Sheridan
- 27 unisex middle names used with Sheridan
Middle name suggestions for SheridanMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Sheridan is most frequently associated with girl middle names that have Strong stress pattern, 5 letters, and a starting sound of “m”.
Examples: Sheridan Moore · Sheridan Mills · Sheridan Marsh · Sheridan Marks · Sheridan Moose. View all 101 suggested middle names.
Associations of the Name Sheridan
Flower AssociationsMethodology
As one of the Flower-Inspired Girl Names, Sheridan also appears as the common name of Fort Sheridan Hawthorn (Crataegus fluviatilis Sarg.) in the Rosaceae family.
Additional Natural MatchesMethodology
The complete dataset includes 1 biological record matching the name Sheridan. Browse all matching record with their scientific names and taxonomic details.
Names Similar to Sheridan
Sound Like Sheridan Finder
Names with the exact same overall pronunciation and sound: Chardonnay · Chardonay · Sheriden · View all 18 names
Spelled Like Sheridan Finder
Names with similar spelling patterns and letter sequences: Sherihan · Sherihane · Sheria · View all 8 names
Same Starting Sound Finder
Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: Sharon · Shirley · Charlotte · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Sheridan Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: Susan · Karen · Helen · View all Top 100 names
Same Rhythm & Syllables Finder
Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: Jennifer · Barbara · Margaret · View all Top 100 names
Dictionary & Etymology of “Sheridan”
Dictionary Meaning of "Sheridan"Methodology
A surname from Irish
A male given name transferred from the surname
A female given name transferred from the surname, of uncommon modern usage
Any of many place names, including
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- A city, the county seat of Grant County, Arkansas, United States.
- A census-designated place in Placer County, California, United States.
- A town in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States.
- A city, the county seat of Sheridan County, Wyoming, United States.
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How to Spell Sheridan in ASL
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Comments on the name Sheridan
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Wendy_girl5
The name Sheridan was given to 34 girls born in the US in 2015.
Strongvision
The name Sheridan was given to 51 baby girls born in the US in 2012.
Sneeuwman53
Sheridan Caroline Sian Smith, an English actress & singer who came into fame after starring in many British Sitcoms such as The Royle Family, Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps, Gavin & Stacey, and Benidorm. She is still active on TV today. She is the recipient of a British Academy Television Award, and a National Television Award. In 2017, she released her self-titled debut album, “Sheridan” which debuted at number nine on the UK albums chart.
Str_zaimanda
Sheridan Smith-Maden, character in the book 'Ireland: Awakening' (2006) written by Edward Rutherfurd.
Mingrjwhotma
Sheridan Hope was the name of Sherlock Holmes in an early version of Arthur Conan Doyle's novel "A Study in Scarlet" (then called "A Tangled Skein").