Sharnice Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationshar-NEES / ʃɑːrˈniːsModern English; African American
Meaning
Combination of 'Sharon' and 'Janice'
Historical & Cultural Background
Sharnice is a modern name that emerged in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending existing ones. The name combines elements from 'Sharon,' which has Hebrew origins, and 'Janice,' which is derived from 'Jane.' This blending is part of a broader cultural movement towards individuality in naming practices.
Trend Summary
Sharnice has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States since the 1980s, with a peak in usage during the 1990s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sharnice was first seen in the United States in 1975. Sharnice has ranked as high as #1158 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, Illinois, Maryland, Mississippi, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Sharnice has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sharnice (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MD | 7 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| MS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 69 |
| 1989 | 50 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 83 |
| 1993 | 48 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |