Holding steady.
Popularity of Sharisa since 1971
Babies named Sharisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 37 |
| 1980s | 42 |
| 1990s | 14 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sharisa is a rare modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1971. While its exact origins are unclear, its structure suggests a 20th-century American invention, perhaps combining the popular 'Shar-' prefix with a familiar '-isa' ending. The name saw its peak use in 1979, though even then it ranked well outside the top 1000. Since then, Sharisa has maintained a stable but extremely low frequency, given to only a handful of girls per year. It has never been associated with any particular region or ethnic group, reflecting its status as a creative, individualistic choice.
Sharisa is a modern name that appears to have been coined in the 20th century, likely in the United States. It may be a variant of Sharissa or a combination of popular phonetic elements like 'Shar-' (from Sharon or Cheryl) and '-isa' (as in Marisa). The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1971 and saw modest but consistent use, peaking slightly in 1979. It has never entered the top 1000 rankings, remaining a rare choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shari, Risa, Sha
Sibling names for Sharisa
Names that share Sharisa's style, for a brother or sister.
