Sharifa
Sharifa is a girl baby name. Ranked #16,546 in the US, popular nicknames include Sha, Shy, and Shaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
How Does It Sound with Your Surname?
Similar to Sharifa
See all →What the Sharifa report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Sharifa the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Historical Record
Sharifa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1967.
Over 555 babies have been named Sharifa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sharifa is past its peak , currently ranked #16,546 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,546
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Classic pairing, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Sharifa fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Similar Names
See all names like Sharifa →Compare Sharifa with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Sharifa and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Sharifa sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Greek origin
"life"
#16,707 in US
Hebrew origin
"ewe, female sheep"
#16,566 in US
Latin amanda origin
"worthy of love, she who must be loved"
#16,488 in US
Spanish origin
"little Concha, little shell"
#16,456 in US
American/Irish origin
"God is gracious (via Shawn/Sean/John)"
#16,617 in US
English origin
"Metalworker, craftsperson who shapes ..."
#16,427 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Sharifa's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sharifa
Is Sharifa a boy or girl name?
How popular is the name Sharifa?
What are common nicknames for Sharifa?
Is Sharifa a common or rare name?
What girl names are similar to Sharifa?
About the Name Sharifa
Sharifa is a girl name .
Sharifa is currently ranked #16,546 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sharifa include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Sharie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Sharifa include Sharon, Sharlotte . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
Keep Exploring
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis