Holding steady, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Shervin since 1963
Babies named Shervin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 38 |
| 1990s | 77 |
| 2000s | 42 |
| 2010s | 41 |
| 2020s | 27 |
Meaning & origin
Shervin is a Persian name with a strong, noble meaning connected to the lion, a symbol of courage and royalty in Persian culture. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1963, but it has always remained very uncommon in the United States. In 2025, it ranked 8,243, with an estimated 1 in 189,786 newborn boys being named Shervin. Its peak year in the U.S. was 1996, and since then its usage has been stable, neither rising nor falling sharply. Shervin is far more prevalent in Iran and the Persian diaspora; American usage reflects families preserving cultural heritage. Although it is not among the most common Persian names in the West, it carries a distinctive sound and a proud etymology that appeals to those seeking a name with depth and history.
Shervin is a Persian name derived from the elements 'sher' (شیر), meaning 'lion', and the suffix '-vin' indicating resemblance or possession. It can therefore be understood as 'lion-like' or 'having the qualities of a lion'. The name has been used in Iran and among Persian-speaking communities for centuries, occasionally appearing in classical Persian poetry.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sher
Variants: Shirvin
Sibling names for Shervin
Names that share Shervin's style, for a brother or sister.
