Sloane is a unisex name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic surname "Ó Sluaghadháin", meaning "warrior" or "raider". The name Sloane was traditionally used as a surname in Ireland, but it gained popularity as a first name in the United States during the 20th century. It is now a trendy and modern name that has been given to both boys and girls. Famous people with the name Sloane include actress Sloane Avery and journalist Sloane Crosley.
Sloane rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)
- Rank 139. Kaylee
- Rank 140. Magnolia
- Rank 141. Summer
- Rank 142. Adalyn
- Rank 143. Sloane
- Rank 144. Amara
- Rank 145. Arianna
- Rank 146. Isabel
- Rank 147. Reese
Nicknames for Sloane
| Slo | sloh | Shortened version of the full name |
| Sloaney | sloh-nee | Affectionate nickname |
| Sloanie | sloh-nee | Variant of 'Sloaney |
| Sloanie Baloney | sloh-nee buh-loh-nee | Rhyming nickname, often used playfully |
Famous people named Sloane
| Sloane Stephens | Tennis player | She is an American professional tennis player who has won six singles titles on the WTA Tour. |
| Sloane Crosley | Author | She is an American writer who has published several books, including "I Was Told There'd Be Cake" and "The Clasp". |
| Sloane Ranger | Cultural phenomenon | The term "Sloane Ranger" was coined in the 1980s to describe a particular subculture of young, wealthy, and fashionable people in London. |
| Sloane Avery | Actress | She is an American actress who has appeared in several television shows and movies, including "Grey's Anatomy" and "This Is Us". |
| Sloane Stephens | Tennis player | She is an American professional tennis player who has won six singles titles on the WTA Tour. |
| Sloane Morgan Siegel | Actor | He is an American actor who is known for his roles in the television shows "Gortimer Gibbon's Life on Normal Street" and "Pure Genius". |
| Sloane Stephens | Tennis player | She is an American professional tennis player who has won six singles titles on the WTA Tour. |
| Sloane Crosley | Author | She is an American writer who has published several books, including "I Was Told There'd Be Cake" and "The Clasp". |
| Sloane Stephens | Tennis player | She is an American professional tennis player who has won six singles titles on the WTA Tour. |
Fictional character called Sloane from pop culture
| Sloane Peterson | Ferris Bueller's Day Off | Ferris Bueller's girlfriend who helps him skip school |
| Sloane Sabbith | The Newsroom | ACN News Network anchor and producer |
| Sloane Hayes | Entourage | E's assistant and later girlfriend |
| Sloane McIntyre | NCIS | NCIS Special Agent and former NSA Analyst |
| Sloane Sandburg | Chicago P.D. | Chicago P.D. Intelligence Unit Detective |
| Sloane Kady | The Magicians | Student at Brakebills University and member of the Physical Kids |
| Sloane Ashby | Sons of Anarchy | Wife of SAMCRO member Otto Delaney |
| Sloane Gibson | Grey's Anatomy | Patient who undergoes a risky surgery to remove a tumor |
| Sloane Hayes | The Bold Type | Fashion stylist and former assistant to Jacqueline Carlyle |
| Sloane | Alias | Alias's code name for Sydney Bristow's CIA handler and mentor |
Frequently Asked Questions about Sloane
| What is the origin of the name Sloane? | The name Sloane is of Irish and Gaelic origin. |
| Is Sloane a unisex name? | Yes, Sloane is a unisex name. |
| What is the meaning of the name Sloane? | The name Sloane means "warrior" or "raider". |
| Is Sloane a popular name? | Sloane is a relatively uncommon name, but it has been gaining popularity in recent years. |
| What famous people have the name Sloane? | Some famous people with the name Sloane include actress Sloane Morgan Siegel and fashion designer Sloane Stephens. |
| What are some similar names to Sloane? | Similar names to Sloane include Sloan, Sloanne, and Sloana. |
| What is the nickname for Sloane? | Common nicknames for Sloane include Slo and Sloanie. |
| What middle names pair well with Sloane? | Middle names that pair well with Sloane include Elizabeth, Grace, Marie, and Alexandra. |