Holding steady.
Popularity of Sharyl since 1937
Babies named Sharyl per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 45 |
| 1940s | 566 |
| 1950s | 730 |
| 1960s | 944 |
| 1970s | 230 |
| 1980s | 102 |
| 1990s | 14 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sharyl is a mid-20th century American invention, part of a wave of creative feminine names that blended sounds from popular names like Sharon and Cheryl. First recorded in 1937, the name saw its peak popularity in 1961, reflecting the naming trends of the era. Though it never entered the top 1000 overall, its trajectory has been stable since the 1960s, and by 2025 it remains in use, though infrequently. The name's creative construction and dated feel make it a clear marker of the mid-century American naming style.
Sharyl is a modern invented name that first appeared in the United States in the mid-20th century. It is a blend or variant of Sharon (from the Hebrew plain of Sharon) and Cheryl (derived from the French form of Charles, meaning 'free man'). The name reflects a trend of creating feminine names by combining elements of popular names, particularly in the 1940s and 1950s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sherry, Shari
Sibling names for Sharyl
Names that share Sharyl's style, for a brother or sister.
