Sherridan
SHEH-rih-dan
Sherridan is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Variant of Sheridan, an Irish surname meaning 'descendant of Searchdán'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2000.
What Sherridan Means
“Variant of Sheridan, an Irish surname meaning 'descendant of Searchdán'.”
The Story of Sherridan
This name, Sherridan, arrived in 1943 with echoes of Irish strength, destined for a leader, resourceful and independent.
Sherridan is a variant of Sheridan, an Irish surname meaning 'descendant of Searchdán.' Searchdán itself implies a spirit of 'seeking,' suggesting an innate curiosity and resourcefulness that has traveled through generations.
When you consider your daughter, Sherridan, you see a child with a natural inclination for leadership and a deep well of independence. This name speaks to a soul that is strong, resourceful, and unafraid to forge her own way.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7 in 2000
Total Births
17
First Recorded
1943
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