Sheldon vs Elion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sheldon

Boy #1,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"steep valley settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,127 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"most high, exalted one"

Origin: Hebrew Elyon

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Sheldon Rank #1,966

Elion Rank #2,127

Sheldon is more popular, ranked #1966 vs #2127 for Elion.

Is Sheldon or Elion more popular?

Sheldon is more popular, ranked #1966 compared to Elion at #2127 in the United States.

What do Sheldon and Elion mean?

Sheldon means "steep valley settlement" (Old English origin). Elion means "most high, exalted one" (Hebrew Elyon origin).

Are Sheldon and Elion boy or girl names?

Sheldon is primarily a boy name. Elion is primarily a boy name.