Sheldon vs Eldon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sheldon

Boy #1,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"steep valley settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,248 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Ella's hill, Elli's hill"

Origin: Old English

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Sheldon Rank #1,966

Eldon Rank #2,248

Sheldon is more popular, ranked #1966 vs #2248 for Eldon.

Is Sheldon or Eldon more popular?

Sheldon is more popular, ranked #1966 compared to Eldon at #2248 in the United States.

What do Sheldon and Eldon mean?

Sheldon means "steep valley settlement" (Old English origin). Eldon means "Ella's hill, Elli's hill" (Old English origin).

Are Sheldon and Eldon boy or girl names?

Sheldon is primarily a boy name. Eldon is primarily a boy name.