Holding steady.
Popularity of Sharan since 1936
Babies named Sharan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 34 |
| 1940s | 387 |
| 1950s | 372 |
| 1960s | 203 |
| 1970s | 97 |
| 1980s | 50 |
| 1990s | 19 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sharan is a unisex name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1936, though it has never been among the most popular names. Its peak year was 1947, when it saw its highest recorded usage. The name's trajectory has remained stable over the decades, with no significant spikes or declines. While it has not been consistently associated with any particular state, its use is scattered across the country. Sharan's dual possible origins in Hebrew and Sanskrit give it a cross-cultural appeal, though its exact derivation remains uncertain. For families seeking a name that is both uncommon and open to interpretation, Sharan offers a soft sound and a sense of protection or natural beauty depending on its root.
Sharan is a unisex name with debated origins. It may be a variant of Sharon, which in Hebrew refers to the fertile coastal plain of Sharon, or it could derive from the Sanskrit word 'sharan' meaning 'protection' or 'refuge'. The name has seen modest use in English-speaking countries since the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shar
Sibling names for Sharan
Names that share Sharan's style, for a brother or sister.
