Shari Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAH-ree / ˈʃɑːriHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: princess; English: diminutive of Sharon
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shari is often considered a diminutive of the name Sharon, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'a plain' or 'a region'. In the 20th century, Shari gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a standalone name. It is frequently associated with a sense of warmth and friendliness. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Shari experienced peak popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sharon
- Shariyah
International Variants
- Shari (Japanese)
- Shari (Arabic)
Famous people named Shari
Shari Lewis was an American ventriloquist, puppeteer, and children's television host known for her work on 'The Shari Lewis Show'.
Shari Redstone is an American businesswoman and media executive, known for her role in the family-owned National Amusements.
Shari Arison is an Israeli businesswoman and philanthropist, recognized for her leadership in the Arison Group.
Shari Belafonte is an American actress, model, and singer, known for her role in the television series 'Hotel'.
Fictional characters named Shari
Shari is a character in the video game series 'Final Fantasy', known for her role in the storyline.
Shari is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', where she is a student in Ms. Frizzle's class.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shari was first seen in the United States in 1927. Shari has ranked as high as #261 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in New York, California, Ohio, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Shari has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shari (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1933 | 24 |
| 1934 | 28 |
| 1935 | 24 |
| 1936 | 50 |
| 1937 | 47 |
| 1938 | 62 |
| 1939 | 55 |
| 1940 | 67 |
| 1941 | 151 |
| 1942 | 156 |
| 1943 | 144 |
| 1944 | 165 |
| 1945 | 142 |
| 1946 | 205 |
| 1947 | 244 |
| 1948 | 270 |
| 1949 | 488 |
| 1950 | 534 |
| 1951 | 343 |
| 1952 | 319 |
| 1953 | 325 |
| 1954 | 406 |
| 1955 | 447 |
| 1956 | 604 |
| 1957 | 815 |
| 1958 | 1,144 |
| 1959 | 1,523 |
| 1960 | 1,888 |
| 1961 | 3,117 |
| 1962 | 2,959 |
| 1963 | 2,454 |
| 1964 | 2,114 |
| 1965 | 1,847 |
| 1966 | 1,645 |
| 1967 | 1,665 |
| 1968 | 1,419 |
| 1969 | 1,409 |
| 1970 | 1,200 |
| 1971 | 1,014 |
| 1972 | 823 |
| 1973 | 724 |
| 1974 | 583 |
| 1975 | 482 |
| 1976 | 487 |
| 1977 | 384 |
| 1978 | 358 |
| 1979 | 384 |
| 1980 | 350 |
| 1981 | 334 |
| 1982 | 322 |
| 1983 | 397 |
| 1984 | 580 |
| 1985 | 515 |
| 1986 | 363 |
| 1987 | 303 |
| 1988 | 261 |
| 1989 | 205 |
| 1990 | 201 |
| 1991 | 164 |
| 1992 | 144 |
| 1993 | 132 |
| 1994 | 108 |
| 1995 | 70 |
| 1996 | 75 |
| 1997 | 55 |
| 1998 | 53 |
| 1999 | 36 |
| 2000 | 38 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 42 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2004 | 25 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |