Sheridan
Sheridan is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Descendant of Sirideán (meaning seeker or wild one).
Origin and history
Sheridan is an Irish surname used as a given name, derived from the Gaelic Ó Sirideáin meaning descendant of Sirideán. Historically given to boys in honor of family surnames, it sees occasional use in the United States today.
Popularity in the United States
2,768 babies in the United States have been named Sheridan since 1880. It ranks #2458 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1887.
States where it is most popular
- CA (41.8 %)
- PA (14.4 %)
- TX (11.6 %)
- NY (10.9 %)
- AZ (8.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 40 |
| 1900-1910 | 22 |
| 1910-1920 | 170 |
| 1920-1930 | 299 |
| 1930-1940 | 266 |
| 1940-1950 | 385 |
| 1950-1960 | 187 |
| 1960-1970 | 192 |
| 1970-1980 | 293 |
| 1980-1990 | 254 |
| 1990-2000 | 427 |
| 2000-2010 | 143 |
| 2010-2019 | 50 |
| 2020-2029 | 40 |
Famous people named Sheridan
- Sheridan Le Fanu: Writer, Novelist
Nicknames
Dan, Sherry
Fun facts
- It originated in County Cavan, Ireland, before transitioning into a given name in the English-speaking world.
- Associated historically with notable figures like Irish playwright Richard Brinsley Sheridan and American General Philip Sheridan.