Holding steady.
Popularity of Sharmila since 1967
Babies named Sharmila per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 109 |
| 1980s | 44 |
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sharmila is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning joy, comfort, or modesty, first recorded in the United States in 1967. Its peak year of usage was 1977, after which its popularity per year has remained low and stable. The name did not rank in the top 1000 for any year, with no 1-in-N estimate available. While Sharmila has not been among the most common Indian names in the U.S., it benefits from cultural recognition via figures like actress Sharmila Tagore. The name remains a meaningful, if uncommon, choice for families seeking a name tied to Sanskrit roots and positive qualities of happiness and humility.
Sharmila is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from 'sharma' (शर्म) meaning 'joy, comfort, happiness' or 'shelter.' It is also interpreted as 'modest' or 'bashful' from the same root. The name has been used across India and in the Indian diaspora, popularized in part by the actress Sharmila Tagore, who debuted in the 1960s. It remains a common choice for girls in Hindu families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sharmi, Mila, Sharu
Sibling names for Sharmila
Names that share Sharmila's style, for a brother or sister.
