Holding steady.
Popularity of Sharay since 1967
Babies named Sharay per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 14 |
| 1970s | 102 |
| 1980s | 221 |
| 1990s | 269 |
| 2000s | 109 |
| 2010s | 24 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sharay is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. baby name records in 1967, a time when inventive spellings and blends were gaining popularity. Although it has never ranked among the top 1000 names, its peak usage came in 1991, reflecting the broader trend of names with the melodic -ay ending. In the most recent year of data (2025), the name's trajectory remains stable, showing consistent but low-level use. No single state recorded notable frequency for Sharay, indicating its scattered, nationwide appeal. As a modern coinage without deep etymological roots, Sharay represents a category of names that prioritize sound and style over historical meaning.
Sharay is a modern given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1967. It is likely a creative respelling or blend, perhaps influenced by names like Sharon (from Hebrew 'plain') or Shay (Irish 'admirable'), combined with the fashionable -ay suffix. Its usage peaked in 1991 but has remained stable at low frequency since. There is no established pre-modern origin or meaning.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shay, Rae
Sibling names for Sharay
Names that share Sharay's style, for a brother or sister.
