Shalon
Shalon is a girl baby name. Ranked #63,822 in the US, popular nicknames include Sha, Shy, and Shaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shalon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 1,181 babies have been named Shalon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shalon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #63,822 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #63,822
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Shalon is also used as a boy name, ranked #29665.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shalon
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About the Name Shalon
Shalon is a girl name .
Is Shalon a boy or girl name? Shalon is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #63,822 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #29,665. Shalon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Shalon is currently ranked #63,822 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shalon include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shalie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shalon include Shalom . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis