Sharea
A feminine Arabic name meaning "meeting point" or "pathway".
Name Census estimates that about 192 living Americans carry the first name Sharea. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Sharea today is around 39 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Sharea births was 1983 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Sharea. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
192
~ 1 in 1,785,179 Americans
Peak year
1983
16 babies that year
Average age
39
years old
2002 SSA rank
#17,676
Tracked since 1973
Popularity
Sharea: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Sharea from the 1970s through to the 2000s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 105 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sharea by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Sharea during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Sharea
The given name Sharea is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, with roots that can be traced back to the 7th century CE. It is derived from the Arabic word "shara'a," which means "to embark" or "to set forth on a journey." The name carries a sense of adventure, exploration, and embarking on new paths in life.
In the Islamic tradition, the name Sharea is often associated with the concept of Sharia, which refers to the religious law derived from the Quran and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad. However, the name itself does not necessarily carry a direct religious connotation, but rather a sense of following a path or a way of life.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Sharea can be found in the writings of Ibn Ishaq, an 8th-century Arab scholar and biographer of the Prophet Muhammad. He documented the life of a woman named Sharea bint Abi Umayyah, who lived during the early days of Islam and was known for her poetry and wisdom.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Sharea. Sharea Al-Khatib (1130-1209 CE) was a renowned Syrian scholar and jurist who made significant contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence. His works on Sharia law and legal interpretations were widely studied and respected during his time.
In the realm of literature, Sharea Al-Wazzan (1504-1551 CE) was a Moroccan writer and explorer who documented his travels across the Sahara Desert and the West African region. His travelogue, titled "Al-Rihlah" or "The Journey," provided invaluable insights into the cultures and societies he encountered during his expeditions.
Another notable figure was Sharea Bint Shammas (1859-1925 CE), a Syrian-Palestinian educator and feminist who played a pivotal role in establishing schools for girls and advocating for women's rights in the Ottoman Empire. Her efforts contributed to the advancement of education and empowerment for women in the region.
In more recent times, Sharea Sahar (1935-2019 CE) was an influential Pakistani actress and television host, known for her work in both Urdu and Punjabi cinema. She was recognized for her contributions to the entertainment industry and her ability to portray diverse characters throughout her career.
While these examples showcase the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments of individuals who carried the name Sharea, it is important to note that the name has transcended geographical and cultural boundaries, carrying its meaning and significance across various regions and communities.
People
Sharea + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Sharea as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Sharea: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Sharea?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 192 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Sharea going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,785,179 US residents.
Is Sharea a common name?
We classify Sharea as "Very Rare". It ranks above 73.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 203 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Sharea most popular?
The single biggest year for Sharea was 1983, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Sharea is about 39 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Sharea a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Sharea in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.