Holding steady.
Popularity of Sharmayne since 1952
Babies named Sharmayne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 12 |
| 1960s | 17 |
| 1970s | 26 |
| 1980s | 86 |
| 1990s | 95 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sharmayne is a rare American girl's name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1952. It never cracked the top 1,000, with its peak usage in 1993. The name's trajectory has been stable since the 1990s decade, during which it saw its highest frequency. Though no top states are listed in the data, the name is likely scattered across the country. Parents attracted to Sharmayne often appreciate its melodic ending and similarity to more familiar names like Charmaine, but with a distinctive initial.
Sharmayne likely emerged as a modern coinage in the mid-20th century, possibly influenced by names like Charmaine (from the French charme, meaning 'charm') or as a variant spelling with a 'Sh-' prefix. It has no established ancient root language, and its usage appears primarily in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shay, Shari
Sibling names for Sharmayne
Names that share Sharmayne's style, for a brother or sister.
