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Sloane
Sloane Pronunciation
Sloane is pronounced SLOHN /ˈsloʊn/High
Meaning: From the Irish surname O'Sluaghadhain, 'a raider, a warrior; a man of the hosting/expedition'; here for boysMedium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Sloane comes from the Irish surname O'Sluaghadhain, 'a raider, a warrior; a man of the hosting or military expedition' (from sluagh, 'a host, an army'). A sleek, strong surname-name (Sir Hans Sloane, whose collection founded the British Museum), used for both sexes, here for boys.
It registers thinly for boys. Rare for boys, a-warrior at the root, and sleek.
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How do you pronounce Sloane?
Sloane is pronounced SLOHN (/ˈsloʊn/). Press play above to hear Sloane said aloud.
How do you say Sloane?
Sloane is said SLOHN (/ˈsloʊn/). Press play above to hear Sloane said aloud.
What does the name Sloane mean?
Sloane is Irish for 'a raider, a warrior; a man of the war-band'.
Is Sloane a boy or girl name?
Sloane is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.
How popular is Sloane?
Sloane is rare for boys in the U.S.