Girl · 838th of 19,264
Sharlene
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
12,166
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1956
Peak Popularity Year
380
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Sharlene stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Sharlene is an English name derived from the name 'Charlotte', which means 'free woman'. It evolved from Charles to Charlotte and then to Sharlene. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century and is perceived today as classic and warm. It does not have biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ʃɑrˈliːn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Sharlene is a modern English name derived from the name 'Charlotte', which is a feminine diminutive of 'Charles'. It combines the elements of 'Charles', meaning 'free man', with the diminutive suffix '-ine'.
Meaning
free woman
Language Evolution
Charles, Charlotte, Sharlene
Historical Usage
Sharlene gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a feminine form of Charles and became more widely used in English-speaking countries during the 1950s and 1960s.
Variants & Derivatives
Sharlene, Charleen, Sharlynn, Shar
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sharlene is viewed as a classic and somewhat vintage name, associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Sharlene Teo, a contemporary author, Sharlene Spiteri, lead singer of the band Texas
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 380 peak births in 1956
Geographic Spread
Popular across 44 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 16 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4931st of 9107 | 54 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 658th of 9204 | 2,132 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 564th of 12526 | 5,189 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 838th of 19264 | 2,588 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1620th of 27321 | 1,389 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3760th of 35406 | 608 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6864th of 30306 | 206 |