Holding steady.
Popularity of Shera since 1938
Babies named Shera per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 7 |
| 1940s | 80 |
| 1950s | 110 |
| 1960s | 198 |
| 1970s | 383 |
| 1980s | 602 |
| 1990s | 94 |
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shera is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1938, though it never entered the top 1,000. Its peak year was 1986, when 5 girls per million were named Shera, but usage has since declined. The name's trajectory has been stable, with no significant revival. Despite its obscurity, Shera appeals to parents seeking a short, melodic name with possible connections to Hebrew or Persian roots. The name is most commonly spelled Shera, but variants like Sheera and Shira offer alternatives.
Shera first appeared in U.S. records in 1938, but its usage has always been rare. The name may be a modern coinage inspired by the Hebrew name Shira (song) or the Persian Sher (lion). It could also be a creative respelling of Sierra or Sheera. Its peak popularity came in 1986, possibly influenced by the animated character She-Ra, though the spelling differs.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sheri
Sibling names for Shera
Names that share Shera's style, for a brother or sister.
