Sherrod
Sherrod is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Bright clearing, or clearing belonging to the shire.
Origin and history
Sherrod originates as an English habitational or occupational surname, traditionally derived from Old English roots like 'scir' (bright or shire) and 'rod' (clearing). It transitioned into a given name in the United States, used consistently though in modest numbers throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. Today, it remains a rare and distinctive choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,970 babies in the United States have been named Sherrod since 1880. It ranks #2898 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1894.
States where it is most popular
- GA (22.1 %)
- FL (20.9 %)
- NC (19.6 %)
- VA (11.8 %)
- NY (11.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 12 |
| 1920-1930 | 37 |
| 1930-1940 | 32 |
| 1940-1950 | 38 |
| 1950-1960 | 79 |
| 1960-1970 | 141 |
| 1970-1980 | 299 |
| 1980-1990 | 468 |
| 1990-2000 | 425 |
| 2000-2010 | 250 |
| 2010-2019 | 156 |
| 2020-2029 | 33 |
Famous people named Sherrod
- Sherrod Brown: Politician, Senator
- Sherrod Martin: Athlete, Football Player
Fun facts
- Sherrod originally developed as an English surname derived from geographic locations featuring cleared land or woods.
- While never reaching the top 100 U.S. baby names, Sherrod has maintained continuous usage across multiple generations.