"a fertile plain, level country"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Sharmon
Sharmon is a creative masculine form of Sharon, a Hebrew place name referring to the fertile coastal plain of ancient Israel mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. The Sharon Plain was renowned for its wild roses and lush vegetation. This masculine respelling blends the Hebrew roots with modern American naming conventions, particularly popular in African-American communities during the mid-to-late 20th century.
Sharmon emerged as part of a broader trend of Sh- prefix names that became popular in African-American communities from the 1960s through the 1980s.
The Sharon Plain of Israel holds significant biblical importance as a region of natural abundance, lending names derived from it a sense of blessing and prosperity.
Historical Record
Sharmon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 7 babies have been named Sharmon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sharmon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,018 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Sharon is mentioned in the Song of Solomon as the plain where the rose of Sharon grows
- The name gained popularity as a given name rather than place name in the 20th century
Sharmon in Other Languages
Arabic
شارمون
French
Sharmon
Hebrew
שָׁרוֹן (Sharon)
Spanish
Sharmon
Popularity Over Time
#13,018
Current Rank
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Sharmon
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Sharmon Shah
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1975
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Harmon Killebrew
Athlete
1936
Hall of Fame MLB baseball player nicknamed The Killer
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #13,018
- Total SSA Count
- 7
- Cultural Origins
- American African-American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Shar
Harm
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sharmon
What does the name Sharmon mean?
"a fertile plain, level country" (from Hebrew). Sharmon is a creative masculine form of Sharon, a Hebrew place name referring to the fertile coastal plain of ancient Israel mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. The Sharon Plain was renowned for its wild roses and lush vegetation. This masculine respelling blends the Hebrew roots with modern American naming conventions, particularly popular in African-American communities during the mid-to-late 20th century.
What is the origin of the name Sharmon?
Sharmon has Hebrew, American, and African-American origins. In Hebrew, it means "a fertile plain, level country".
Is Sharmon a boy or girl name?
Sharmon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #13018. As a girl name, it is ranked #65535. Sharmon is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Sharmon?
Sharmon is currently ranked #13018 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sharmon?
Common nicknames for Sharmon include Shar and Harm.
What are good middle names for Sharmon?
Popular middle name pairings include Sharmon Lee, Sharmon James, Sharmon Wayne, Sharmon Antoine, and Sharmon Darnell.
What are good sibling names for Sharmon?
Names that pair well with Sharmon as siblings include Darnell, Latoya, Keion, and Shantel.
How many syllables does Sharmon have?
Sharmon has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Sharmon a common or rare name?
Sharmon is an uncommon name, ranked #13018 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Sharmon?
Related spellings include Sharvil.
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About the Name Sharmon
Sharmon is a boy name with American and African-American origins . The name means "a fertile plain, level country" in Hebrew .
Is Sharmon a boy or girl name? Sharmon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #13,018 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #65,535. Sharmon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Sharmon is currently ranked #13,018 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Sharmon has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Sharmon include Shar and Harm. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Sharmon include Sharvil . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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