Sharod
An invented name of unknown meaning and origin.
Name Census estimates that about 1,270 living Americans carry the first name Sharod. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Sharod today is around 31 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Sharod births was 1990 (51 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Sharod. 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
1.3K
~ 1 in 269,885 Americans
Peak year
1990
51 babies that year
Average age
31
years old
2024 SSA rank
#8,832
Tracked since 1970
Popularity
Sharod: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Sharod from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 359 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sharod 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 Sharod during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Sharods live
The SSA's state-level files cover 5 states and territories. New York, Florida, Georgia recorded the most babies named Sharod, while North Carolina, New Jersey, Georgia recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 55 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Sharod
The name Sharod finds its origins in the ancient Sanskrit language, originating from the Indian subcontinent around the 3rd century BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit words "shara," meaning arrow, and "da," meaning giver or bestower. The name is believed to have been initially given to warriors or skilled archers, symbolizing strength, precision, and the ability to protect.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Sharod can be found in the ancient Hindu scripture, the Mahabharata, where it is mentioned as the name of a skilled archer and warrior. In the epic, Sharod is described as a loyal companion to the Pandava princes, known for his bravery and unwavering devotion.
Throughout history, the name Sharod has been borne by several notable individuals. One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name was Sharod Mishra, a renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 8th century CE. He made significant contributions to the field of astronomy and is credited with developing advanced techniques for calculating planetary positions and eclipses.
Another prominent figure with the name Sharod was Sharod Chandra Mukherjee, an Indian revolutionary and freedom fighter who lived from 1878 to 1925. He played a crucial role in the Indian independence movement against British rule and was a prominent member of the revolutionary organization, Anushilan Samiti.
In the realm of literature, Sharod Chandra Chattopadhyay (1876-1938) was a renowned Bengali writer and poet. His works, such as "Srikanta" and "Devdas," are considered classics of Bengali literature and have been adapted into several films and stage productions.
The name Sharod also found its way into the world of sports, with Sharod Bhagat (1902-1948) being a pioneering Indian cricketer. He was one of the first Indian cricketers to play at the international level and represented the Indian national team in the 1930s.
Another notable figure with the name Sharod was Sharod Chandra Srivastava (1912-1976), an eminent Indian linguist and scholar of Sanskrit and Prakrit languages. He made significant contributions to the study and preservation of these ancient languages, and his works are widely recognized in the field of linguistics.
While the name Sharod has its roots in ancient India, it has been adopted and used in various cultures and regions over time. Its meaning and symbolism, however, have remained closely tied to its Sanskrit origins, representing strength, skill, and the ability to overcome challenges.
People
Sharod + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Sharod as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Sharod: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Sharod?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,270 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Sharod 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 269,885 US residents.
Is Sharod a common name?
We classify Sharod as "Rare". It ranks above 91.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,311 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Sharod most popular?
The single biggest year for Sharod was 1990, when 51 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Sharod is about 31 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Sharod a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Sharod in the SSA data are male. 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.