Shireen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Shireen has Persian origins, meaning 'sweet' or 'charming'. It evolved from the Old Persian 'Shirin' and has been popularized through literature. The name carries traits of beauty and grace and has no biblical relevance. It is currently appreciated for its cultural significance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shireen"
Pronunciation
/ʃɪˈriːn/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Shireen originates from the Persian word 'shirin', which means 'sweet' or 'charming'. It is often associated with beauty and grace.
Meaning
sweet, charming, delightful
Language Evolution
Shirin (Old Persian), Shireen (Modern Persian)
Historical Usage
The name Shireen gained popularity in Persian literature and culture, particularly due to its association with the legendary character Shirin from the epic poem 'Khosrow and Shirin' by the poet Nezami in the 12th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Shirin, Shireene
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shireen is viewed as a graceful and sophisticated name, often appreciated for its cultural heritage and poetic associations.
Famous People
Shireen Abu Akleh (journalist), Shireen Mazari (politician)
📊 Shireen Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Shireen Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 40 peak births in 1991
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shireen"
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 "Shireen"
"Shireen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7328th of 9204 | 15 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3224th of 12526 | 257 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3255th of 19264 | 332 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3593rd of 27321 | 438 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8477th of 35406 | 203 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11425th of 30306 | 95 |
Regional Popularity of "Shireen" 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 "Shireen" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
94.25% 2099th/2227 |
- | - |
85.12% 2362nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
66.75% 2325th/3483 |
- |
53.98% 2183rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
85.07% 3135th/3685 |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
34.54% 2182nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
67.55% 5041st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shireen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shireen" 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 "Shireen" in the United States
The name Shireen is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Shireen 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, 'Shireen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7328th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3224th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3255th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3593rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8477th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11425th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shireen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.