Girl · 208th of 30,306
Sloane
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
22,990
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2022
Peak Popularity Year
2,074
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Sloane stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Sloane is an Irish name that means 'warrior' or 'raider', evolving from the Gaelic surname 'O'Sluaghain'. It has historical roots in Gaelic and has transitioned into a modern given name. The name is popular in contemporary culture, seen as stylish and sophisticated, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/sloʊn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Sloane is derived from the Gaelic surname 'O'Sluaghain', which means 'descendant of Sluagh' referring to a warrior or a raider.
Meaning
warrior, raider
Language Evolution
Sluagh, Sluaghain, O'Sluaghain, Sloane
Historical Usage
The name Sloane gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a given name for both genders.
Variants & Derivatives
Sloan, Sloane, Sloane, Sloany
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sloane is perceived as a trendy and sophisticated name, often associated with a modern and urban lifestyle.
Famous People
Sloane Stephens (tennis player), Sloane Crosley (author), Sloane Morgan Siegel (actor)
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,074 peak births in 2022
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5548th of 10718 | 52 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6514th of 16616 | 90 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9526th of 24088 | 94 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6143rd of 23106 | 168 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6119th of 12526 | 72 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3410th of 19264 | 309 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2301st of 27321 | 816 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1069th of 35406 | 3,584 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 208th of 30306 | 17,805 |