Sherif Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHER-if / /ˈʃɛrɪf/Arabic; Turkish
Meaning
Arabic: chief; Turkish: protector
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sherif is derived from the Arabic word 'Sharif,' which means noble or honorable. It is often used as a title for individuals of high social status, particularly in Islamic cultures. In Turkey, the name has been adopted with a similar connotation of protection and leadership. The name has historical significance in various regions, especially in the context of leadership roles.
Trend Summary
The name Sherif has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sharif
- Sherief
International Variants
- Sharif (Arabic)
- Sherif (Turkish)
Famous people named Sherif
Sherif El-Naggar is an Egyptian actor known for his roles in various films and television series.
Sherif Ali is a fictional character from the film 'Lawrence of Arabia,' portrayed by Omar Sharif.
Fictional characters named Sherif
Sherif Woody is a character from the 'Toy Story' franchise, serving as a loyal friend to Buzz Lightyear.
Sherif Callie is a character in the animated series 'Sheriff Callie's Wild West,' where she serves as a sheriff in a whimsical western town.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sherif was first seen in the United States in 1969. Sherif has ranked as high as #1209 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Sherif has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sherif (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2024 | 8 |