Shereen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Shereen originates from Persian, meaning 'sweet' or 'charming'. It evolved from the Old Persian 'Shirin' and continues to be popular due to its cultural significance in literature. The name is associated with positive traits like beauty and elegance, and it lacks any biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shereen"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈriːn/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Shereen is derived from the Persian word 'shirin', which means 'sweet' or 'charming'. It is often associated with beauty and pleasantness in Persian literature.
Meaning
sweet, charming
Language Evolution
Shirin (Old Persian), Shereen (Modern Persian)
Historical Usage
The name Shereen gained popularity in various cultures influenced by Persian literature, especially during the medieval period, due to its association with the famous Persian love story of Khosrow and Shirin.
Variants & Derivatives
Shirin, Shereene, Shereenah
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Shereen is perceived as a beautiful and exotic name, often associated with elegance and cultural richness.
Famous People
Shereen Abdul, Shereen El Feki, Shereen Nanjiani
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Shereen Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 47 peak births in 1984
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shereen"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shereen"
"Shereen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7607th of 9204 | 12 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2820th of 12526 | 319 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2454th of 19264 | 509 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3033rd of 27321 | 555 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9339th of 35406 | 175 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22546th of 30306 | 17 |
Regional Popularity of "Shereen" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shereen" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
70.27% 1950th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
89.27% 2622nd/2937 |
66.15% 2304th/3483 |
- |
43.08% 1742nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
73.89% 2723rd/3685 |
41.68% 1865th/4475 |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
36.79% 2324th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
92.12% 4757th/5164 |
- |
78.60% 5866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shereen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shereen" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Shereen" in the United States
The name Shereen is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shereen has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shereen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7607th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2820th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2454th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3033rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9339th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 22546th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shereen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.