Holding steady.
Popularity of Sharisse since 1956
Babies named Sharisse per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 11 |
| 1960s | 78 |
| 1970s | 180 |
| 1980s | 217 |
| 1990s | 111 |
| 2000s | 24 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sharisse is a modern invention that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1956, reflecting mid-century naming trends that favored soft, feminine endings. The name never reached high popularity: its peak year was 1986, and it has since maintained a stable but very low level of use. The trajectory has been stable in recent years, and the name continues to be given to a small number of girls annually. While no state data is available for top states, Sharisse is a rare choice that carries a stylish, lyrical quality. Its similarity to names like Charisse and Cherise suggests a French-inspired aesthetic, though it is essentially an American creation.
Sharisse first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1956, a period when creatively spelled names ending in -isse were gaining popularity. It is likely a blend of the popular sh- sound (influenced by names like Sharon and Sharla) with the French-sounding -isse suffix seen in Clarisse or Cherise. No clear root meaning has been established, and the name does not derive from any known language or traditional naming system.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shari, Rissy
Sibling names for Sharisse
Names that share Sharisse's style, for a brother or sister.
