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Name Origin

Sheridan is an Irish surname that has become popular as a given name. It originated from the Gaelic Ó Searráin, meaning 'descendant of Séarbhán.' Séarbhán itself likely comes from the word 'searb', meaning 'wild' or 'thorn bush.'

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Famous People

Sheridan Smith (1981-)

Actress and singer

  • Award-winning performances in stage productions like 'Legally Blonde' and 'Funny Girl'
  • Notable roles in British television series such as 'Gavin & Stacey', 'The C Word', and 'Cleaning Up'

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