Sloane
Sloane first appears in US records in 1958. It peaked in 2025, when 2,077 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,077.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Sloane popular?
Near its peak Sloane is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 11,475 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 10,125 | |
| 2000s | 1,605 | |
| 1990s | 785 | |
| 1980s | 305 | |
| 1970s | 193 | |
| 1960s | 175 | |
| 1950s | 7 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Sloane mean?
From the Irish surname Ó Sluaghadháin, built on 'sluagh' (host, army, raiding party). Authoritative sources gloss the root name as 'raid/raider'; 'warrior/man of arms' is a common popular reading of the 'army' sense.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sloane mean?
Sloane means Raider / warrior. From the Irish surname Ó Sluaghadháin, built on 'sluagh' (host, army, raiding party). Authoritative sources gloss the root name as 'raid/raider'; 'warrior/man of arms' is a common popular reading of the 'army' sense.
What is the origin of the name Sloane?
Sloane is of irish origin.
How do you pronounce Sloane?
Sloane is pronounced “SLOHN.”
Is Sloane a boy or a girl name?
Sloane is most commonly used as a unisex name.
Is Sloane a popular name right now?
Sloane is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Sloane?
In 2025, Sloane ranked #141 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Sloane most popular?
Sloane was most popular in 2025, when about 2,077 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Sloane?
Names similar to Sloane include Casey, Darcy, Kane, Leannan, Murphy.
What names go well with Sloane?
irish names that pair well with Sloane include Ryan, Liam, Aiden, Sean, Aidan.