How Many People Are Named Sherin?

Complete statistics for the name Sherin: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Sherin
Very Rare
Arabic

Sherin means 'pure' in Arabic, making it a name rich in spiritual significance. Only 359 people named Sherin live in the US today, which means 1 in 919,017 Americans have this name, making it very rare indeed. The name peaked in popularity in 1991 with 17 births, but it's remained stable since then.

~487
Living in US
1 in 680,594
Americans
1991
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Pure
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 1
Personality Traits
Pure Spiritual Gentle Compassionate
1
Life Path Number

Life-path number 1 represents leadership and independence.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

76,698
Worldwide Bearers
#12,830
Global Rank
🇪🇬 Egypt
26,178
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
15,671
🇮🇳 India
12,908
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
5,129
🇵🇰 Pakistan
3,338
🇸🇬 Singapore
2,946
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
2,075
🇸🇩 Sudan
1,785
🇺🇸 United States
1,073
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
926

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
359 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 50
51
Would be under 30 (13%)
225
Would be 30–60 (56%)
128
Would be over 60 (32%)

All 404 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1991

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
77
Classic Feel
33
Modern Appeal
67
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Sherin Through the Generations

Sherin's journey through the generations shows a steady presence without dramatic peaks or declines. With 359 living bearers in the US, the name has maintained its unique charm. Born in 1991, the peak year saw 17 births, but the name's stability is evident in its current distribution among different age groups. People named Sherin are mostly middle-aged, with 55% falling between 30 and 60 years old, indicating a balanced demographic spread.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 11

✨ Similar Names to Sherin

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Sherin's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Sherin

How Many People Have the Name Sherin?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 487 people in the United States currently share the name Sherin. That works out to roughly 1 in every 680,594 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Sherin a Common or Rare Name?

Sherin is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Sherin Mean?

Sherin means "pure" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Sherin in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Sherin Most Popular?

The name Sherin reached peak popularity in 1991, with 17 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Sherin?

Approximately 487 people named Sherin live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 487. That works out to roughly 1 in 680,594 Americans.

Is Sherin a rare name?

Sherin is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 680,594 Americans has this name.

What does the name Sherin mean?

Sherin means "pure" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Sherin more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Sherin are male and 100% are female.

When was Sherin most popular?

Sherin peaked in 1991 with 17 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US487
All-Time Births487
1 in X1 in 680,594
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age50
Peak Year1991
World Rank#12,830
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.