Sheldon vs Gannon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sheldon

Boy #1,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"steep valley settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,861 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fair-skinned, son of the fair one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Sheldon Rank #1,966

Gannon Rank #1,861

Gannon is more popular, ranked #1861 vs #1966 for Sheldon.

Is Sheldon or Gannon more popular?

Gannon is more popular, ranked #1861 compared to Sheldon at #1966 in the United States.

What do Sheldon and Gannon mean?

Sheldon means "steep valley settlement" (Old English origin). Gannon means "fair-skinned, son of the fair one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Sheldon and Gannon boy or girl names?

Sheldon is primarily a boy name. Gannon is primarily a boy name.