Sharon

Girl's name

Sharon is of Hebrew origin, derived from the word "שָׁרוֹן" (Sharon) meaning "plain" or "flat land."

Meaning Fertile plain
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 190 Falling
Peak year 1947

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Sharon Stone - Actress known for "Basic Instinct" and "Casino."
  • Sharon Osbourne - TV personality and music manager.
  • Sharon Gless - Actress known for "Cagney & Lacey."
  • Sharon Leal - Actress in "Dreamgirls" and "Why Did I Get Married?"
  • Sharon Van Etten - Singer-songwriter and musician.
  • Sharon Needles - Drag queen and winner of "RuPaul's Drag Race."
  • Sharon Creech - Author of children's books like "Walk Two Moons."
  • Sharon Horgan - Actress and writer of TV series "Catastrophe."
  • Sharon Lawrence - Actress known for "NYPD Blue" and "Shameless."

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