Sheldon vs Lyon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sheldon

Boy #1,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"steep valley settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,890 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: French/Latin

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Sheldon Rank #1,966

Lyon Rank #1,890

Lyon is more popular, ranked #1890 vs #1966 for Sheldon.

Is Sheldon or Lyon more popular?

Lyon is more popular, ranked #1890 compared to Sheldon at #1966 in the United States.

What do Sheldon and Lyon mean?

Sheldon means "steep valley settlement" (Old English origin). Lyon means "lion" (French/Latin origin).

Are Sheldon and Lyon boy or girl names?

Sheldon is primarily a boy name. Lyon is primarily a boy name.