Sharron Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SHAIR-uhn //ˈʃɛrən//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: a variant of Sharon; Hebrew: a plain or a fertile plain
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sharron is derived from the Hebrew word "sharon," which means "a plain" or "an area of fertile land." This term appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the context of the "Rose of Sharon," a phrase that has been interpreted in various ways throughout history. The name's journey into English began with the translation of biblical texts, notably the King James Bible in the early 17th century, which popularized the term and its associations with beauty and abundance.
The name Sharon, as a variant, became more widely recognized in English-speaking cultures during the 20th century. Historically, the name Sharon has been used in various forms across different cultures and languages.
In the biblical context, Sharon refers to a region in ancient Israel known for its lush landscapes and agricultural richness, which contributed to its symbolic significance as a place of fertility and prosperity. The name has been borne by notable figures throughout history, including saints and biblical characters, which further cemented its place in cultural and religious narratives.
Culturally, the name Sharron and its variants have resonated with themes of nature and beauty, often evoking images of pastoral landscapes. The name has been embraced in various artistic and literary works, reinforcing its connection to ideals of grace and tranquility.
The diminutive form "Shari" has also emerged as a familiar variant, reflecting a trend in naming practices where longer names are shortened for ease of use. Overall, Sharron carries with it a rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural heritage, rooted in ancient traditions and biblical significance.
Famous people named Sharron
In this section, you will find notable people named Sharron. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Sharron who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Sharron Angle is a political activist best known for her campaign for the U.S. Senate in Nevada and her role in the Tea Party movement.
Sharron Matthews is a singer and actress best known for her performances in musical theater and her appearances on television shows.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sharron was first seen in the United States in 1918.
Sharron has ranked as high as #409 nationally, which occurred in 1943, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Michigan, Alabama, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Sharron has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Sharron is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Sharron was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Sharron.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2015 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2011 | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| 2010 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 2009 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2008 | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| 2007 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2006 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 2005 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2004 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 2003 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2002 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2001 | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| 2000 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1999 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 1998 | 27 | 5 | 22 |
| 1997 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1996 | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| 1995 | 41 | 9 | 32 |
| 1994 | 56 | 9 | 47 |
| 1993 | 61 | 11 | 50 |
| 1992 | 63 | 9 | 54 |
| 1991 | 66 | 13 | 53 |
| 1990 | 75 | 18 | 57 |
| 1989 | 68 | 8 | 60 |
| 1988 | 74 | 8 | 66 |
| 1987 | 71 | 9 | 62 |
| 1986 | 78 | 9 | 69 |
| 1985 | 77 | 15 | 62 |
| 1984 | 67 | 7 | 60 |
| 1983 | 80 | 7 | 73 |
| 1982 | 108 | 10 | 98 |
| 1981 | 106 | 14 | 92 |
| 1980 | 111 | 6 | 105 |
| 1979 | 120 | 13 | 107 |
| 1978 | 114 | 12 | 102 |
| 1977 | 116 | 16 | 100 |
| 1976 | 142 | 19 | 123 |
| 1975 | 119 | 0 | 119 |
| 1974 | 139 | 7 | 132 |
| 1973 | 179 | 9 | 170 |
| 1972 | 194 | 7 | 187 |
| 1971 | 213 | 9 | 204 |
| 1970 | 261 | 5 | 256 |
| 1969 | 264 | 9 | 255 |
| 1968 | 235 | 5 | 230 |
| 1967 | 224 | 5 | 219 |
| 1966 | 215 | 0 | 215 |
| 1965 | 233 | 0 | 233 |
| 1964 | 234 | 0 | 234 |
| 1963 | 277 | 0 | 277 |
| 1962 | 303 | 0 | 303 |
| 1961 | 317 | 0 | 317 |
| 1960 | 307 | 0 | 307 |
| 1959 | 289 | 0 | 289 |
| 1958 | 310 | 0 | 310 |
| 1957 | 381 | 0 | 381 |
| 1956 | 366 | 0 | 366 |
| 1955 | 341 | 0 | 341 |
| 1954 | 329 | 0 | 329 |
| 1953 | 367 | 0 | 367 |
| 1952 | 397 | 8 | 389 |
| 1951 | 406 | 0 | 406 |
| 1950 | 491 | 0 | 491 |
| 1949 | 553 | 0 | 553 |
| 1948 | 628 | 5 | 623 |
| 1947 | 762 | 5 | 757 |
| 1946 | 776 | 6 | 770 |
| 1945 | 603 | 0 | 603 |
| 1944 | 722 | 0 | 722 |
| 1943 | 879 | 9 | 870 |
| 1942 | 682 | 5 | 677 |
| 1941 | 517 | 0 | 517 |
| 1940 | 462 | 7 | 455 |
| 1939 | 380 | 0 | 380 |
| 1938 | 297 | 0 | 297 |
| 1937 | 196 | 5 | 191 |
| 1936 | 149 | 0 | 149 |
| 1935 | 86 | 0 | 86 |
| 1934 | 49 | 0 | 49 |
| 1933 | 35 | 0 | 35 |
| 1932 | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| 1931 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 1930 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1929 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1927 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1918 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Sharron (1998)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |