Holding steady.
Popularity of Sherah since 1973
Babies named Sherah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 46 |
| 1980s | 119 |
| 1990s | 28 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sherah is a rare modern name first recorded in the United States in 1973, with its peak usage occurring in 1981. Despite never ranking in the top 1000, the name has maintained a stable presence, with a small number of births each year. Its origins are uncertain, but it may be a respelling of the Hebrew Sarah or a feminine form of the Persian Sher, meaning 'beloved' or 'lion'. The name has not been concentrated in any particular state, reflecting its scattered, low-frequency use. Parents drawn to Sherah often appreciate its soft, melodic sound and its similarity to more familiar names like Sheera or Shira. As a modern coinage with an unclear etymology, Sherah offers a distinctive choice for those seeking a name that feels both familiar and uncommon.
Sherah is a modern English coinage, likely derived from the name Sheera or as a feminine variant of Sher, which means 'beloved' or 'lion' in Persian. It may also be a respelling of the Hebrew name Sarah. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1973 and saw modest usage through the 1980s, peaking in 1981.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sher, Sherry, RaRa
Sibling names for Sherah
Names that share Sherah's style, for a brother or sister.
