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Sloan

slohn

Sloan (name) means a surname and given name of Irish and Scottish origin, meaning "warrior" or "raider.". Example: “Sloan works as an editor at a publishing house.”

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A surname and given name of Irish and Scottish origin, meaning "warrior" or "raider."

"Sloan works as an editor at a publishing house."

Word forms

Sloans plural

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Etymology

From Gaelic sluaghán, related to sluagh, "army, host."

Rhymes for Sloan

loan Joan moan Roan groan Samoan Croatoan

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Sloan” mean?

The word “Sloan” means a surname and given name of Irish and Scottish origin, meaning "warrior" or "raider.".

How do you pronounce “Sloan”?

“Sloan” is pronounced slohn (/sloʊn/ in IPA).

How do you use “Sloan” in a sentence?

Here is “Sloan” used in a sentence: “Sloan works as an editor at a publishing house.”

What part of speech is “Sloan”?

“Sloan” is a name.

Is “Sloan” a common word?

“Sloan” is an uncommon word in modern English.