Shirah
Pronunciation: [ sh-IHR-uh ]
Shirah is a girl baby name. Ranked #35,100 in the US, popular nicknames include Shi, Shy, and Shiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shirah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 291 babies have been named Shirah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shirah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,100 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,100
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Shirah
Shirah is a girl name .
Shirah is currently ranked #35,100 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shirah include Shi, Shy, Shiie, and Shirie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shirah include Shirley, Shira . 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