Shir Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsheer / /ʃɪr/Hebrew; English
Meaning
song (Hebrew); bright (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Shir is often associated with music and poetry, reflecting its meaning of 'song.' It is a common name in Israel and is used for both boys and girls. In English contexts, Shir can be seen as a modern variation or diminutive of names like Shirley, which means 'bright meadow.' The name has gained popularity in various cultures due to its melodic sound and positive connotations.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Shira
- Shire
International Variants
- Shira (Hebrew)
- Shirley (English)
Famous people named Shir
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Fictional characters named Shir
Shir — The Lion King: Timon & Pumbaa.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shir was first seen in the United States in 1990. Shir has ranked as high as #1364 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Shir has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shir (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2024 | 5 |