Holding steady.
Popularity of Sharifah since 1972
Babies named Sharifah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 72 |
| 1980s | 51 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sharifah is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'noble' or 'honored.' It first appeared in U.S. records in 1972 and peaked in popularity in 1975, during the 1970s decade, reflecting a broader interest in Arabic names at the time. Since then, its usage has remained stable but very low, with fewer than 5 births per year in most recent years. The name is strongly associated with Muslim communities and is particularly common in countries like Malaysia and Indonesia. While never ranking in the top 1,000, Sharifah carries a sense of dignity and respect, often given to honor family lineage. No top states were recorded in the digest, indicating its rare and dispersed use across the country.
Sharifah is the feminine form of Sharif, an Arabic title meaning 'noble' or 'honored,' often used to denote descendants of the Prophet Muhammad. The name is common across the Muslim world, particularly in Southeast Asia and the Middle East, where it is bestowed as a mark of respect and lineage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shari, Rifa, Fee
Sibling names for Sharifah
Names that share Sharifah's style, for a brother or sister.
