Sheldon vs Down

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sheldon

Boy #1,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"steep valley settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Girl #63,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"fort on the hill"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Sheldon Rank #1,966

Down Rank #63,580

Sheldon is more popular, ranked #1966 vs #63580 for Down.

Is Sheldon or Down more popular?

Sheldon is more popular, ranked #1966 compared to Down at #63580 in the United States.

What do Sheldon and Down mean?

Sheldon means "steep valley settlement" (Old English origin). Down means "fort on the hill" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Sheldon and Down boy or girl names?

Sheldon is primarily a boy name. Down is primarily a girl name.