Shariff
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shariff first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 572 babies have been named Shariff in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shariff is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,345 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,345
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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"prosperity, fair weather, rich ore vein"
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Old French bochier origin
"butcher, one who slaughters"
#13,319 in US
Germanic origin
"work ruler, powerful one"
#13,449 in US
Old English origin
"exquisitely beautiful, charming"
#13,435 in US
Latin origin
"priceless, inestimable"
#13,221 in US
Old English/American origin
"from the valley"
#13,440 in US
Germanic origin
"member of the Frankish tribe"
#13,245 in US
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About the Name Shariff
Shariff is a boy name .
Shariff is currently ranked #13,345 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shariff include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Sharie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shariff include Sharvil . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis