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Shirah Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Shirah

"A surname."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 1983 👥 291 in US
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Meaning
A surname.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
291
Life Path
Number 9

📖 What Does Shirah Mean?

Shirah is a name documented across multiple cultural traditions.

Root Element
Shirah
Core Meaning
"A surname."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Shirah

S 1
H 8
I 9
R 9
A 1
H 8
SUM 9
9
Life Path
Compassion & Idealism
1
Soul Urge
Independence & Leadership
8
Personality
Power & Ambition

Life Path 9 — Compassion & Idealism: Humanitarian, selfless, and globally-minded.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male0%
♀ Female100%

Based on 291 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 291
Peak year 1983 (14)
First recorded 1969
Last recorded 2020
Gender Predominantly Female
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Shirah" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A surname.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~291 people named Shirah in the US. Peaked in 1983 with 14 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Shirah?

The Life Path number for Shirah is 9, associated with Compassion & Idealism. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 8.

Is Shirah a boy or girl name?

Shirah is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Shirah in the US?

Approximately 291 people in the United States are named Shirah. The name peaked in 1983 with 14 recorded uses.

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