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Name Origin

Sharon is a Hebrew name meaning 'plain' or 'fertile plain'. It originates from the biblical region of Sharon, located on the coastal plain of Israel.

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Famous People

Sharon Stone (1958-)

Actress, Producer

  • Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for her role in Casino (1995)
  • Golden Globe Award win for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama for Casino (1995)

Sharon Olds (1942-)

Poet

  • Pulitzer Prize for Poetry (1984)
  • National Book Critics Circle Award (1980)

Sharon Horgan (1970-)

Actress, Writer, Producer, Director

  • BAFTA Award for Best Female Comedy Performance (2016)
  • Nominated for numerous Emmy Awards and Primetime Emmy Awards

Sharon Osbourne (1952-)

Television personality, music manager

  • Judge on 'The X Factor'
  • Co-host of 'The Talk'

Sharon Salzberg (1952-)

Meditation teacher, author

  • Pioneer in bringing mindfulness meditation to the West
  • Author of several best-selling books on meditation

Sharon Tate (1943-1969)

Actress, Model

  • Starred in films like 'Valley of the Dolls' and 'Eye of the Devil'
  • Became a symbol of innocence lost due to her tragic murder by the Manson Family

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Samantha

Both Sharon and Samantha are classic, feminine names with a similar elegant and timeless feel.

David

Sharon and David share Hebrew origins, offering a strong connection through cultural background.

Leah

Both Sharon and Leah are biblical names with gentle yet strong connotations, creating a harmonious sibling pairing.