Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sharie is an American English name derived from the name Sherry, which references a Spanish wine region. The name means 'beloved' and has evolved from Sherry to Sharie. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, reflecting a trend in naming. The name conveys traits of warmth and friendliness, and it does not have biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɛri/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Sharie is a modern variant of the name Sherry, which itself is derived from the name of a Spanish wine region called Jerez. The name became popular in the English-speaking world during the 20th century.
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
Sherry, Sharie
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend for names ending in '-ie' or '-y'.
Variants & Derivatives
Sherry, Shari
Modern Popularity & Image
Sharie is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and affection.
Famous People
Sharie McEwan, Sharie L. McGowan
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 80 peak births in 1962
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in Michigan
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3355th of 9204 | 135 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1725th of 12526 | 711 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2154th of 19264 | 620 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3535th of 27321 | 448 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16630th of 35406 | 62 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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 by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
94.96% 1469th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
64.57% 1438th/2227 |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
55.96% 1553rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
63.84% 1875th/2937 |
85.33% 2972nd/3483 |
88.63% 3118th/3518 |
48.52% 1962nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- | - |
73.31% 4631st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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 in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Michigan 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, usage 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, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3355th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1725th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2154th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3535th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16630th out of 35406 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.