Shara
Shara is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Fertile plain; princess.
Origin and history
Shara is a feminine name with roots primarily linked to Hebrew, where it is closely related to Sharon or Sarah. It was moderately used in the United States during the late 20th century, though it remains uncommon today. The name offers a soft and melodic sound while maintaining a classic linguistic connection.
Popularity in the United States
4,945 babies in the United States have been named Shara since 1880. It ranks #2485 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2068.
States where it is most popular
- TX (21.5 %)
- CA (20.5 %)
- NY (11.1 %)
- PA (5.4 %)
- FL (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 22 |
| 1940-1950 | 181 |
| 1950-1960 | 253 |
| 1960-1970 | 602 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,378 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,626 |
| 1990-2000 | 525 |
| 2000-2010 | 234 |
| 2010-2019 | 86 |
| 2020-2029 | 33 |
Famous people named Shara
- Shara Lin: Musician, Actress
- Shara Worden: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Shara functions both as a variant of the biblical Sharon and as a modern variation of Sarah.
- The name saw its highest popularity in the United States during the late 1970s and 1980s.