Sheldon

Meaning of Sheldon

From the steep-sided farm.

Sheldon has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Sheldon

After ranking as high as #601 in 2001, Sheldon has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Sheldon

• Sheldon Cooper
  Fictional character, The Big Bang Theory
• Sheldon Adelson
  Casino magnate and philanthropist
• Sheldon Leonard
  Television producer and actor
• Sheldon Souray
  Former professional ice hockey player
• Sheldon Whitehouse
  United States Senator

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Questions about the name Sheldon

What does the name Sheldon mean?

Sheldon means from the steep-sided farm, and it comes from English origins.

Is Sheldon a boy's or a girl's name?

Sheldon is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Sheldon?

Sheldon did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Sheldon most popular?

Sheldon peaked at #601 in 2001.