Female and male names starting with the letter "S" .
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SHERMA
FeminineDistinctive Hebrew name meaning 'song' or 'melody', popularized by Jewish families migrating to Europe during the medieval period, originally intended for girls but now also used for boys.
SHERMAIN
MasculineUncommon English name that means "famous bear".
SHERMAIN
FeminineUncommon English name derived from 'scir' meaning bright, and 'mann' meaning man.
SHERMAINE
MasculineDistinctively African name, likely brought to the US via the slave trade. Though its exact meaning is uncertain, it may derive from Shama, meaning "beauty".
SHERMAINE
FeminineUnusual yet captivating feminine name of African-American origin, derived from the African word meaning 'peaceful', popularized during the Harlem Renaissance.
SHERMAN
MasculineAmerican given name derived from the English word 'sheriff,' denoting an officer maintaining law and order. Its popularity peaked in the 19th century due to William Tecumseh Sherman, a renowned Union general during the American Civil War. Today, it remains distinctive yet uncommon, reflecting its historical significance.
SHERMAN
FeminineSherman: An Old English surname, "Scirmen," derived from "scir" meaning bright or clear, combined with "-man." Popularized in the U.S. during the 19th century by General William Tecumseh Sherman despite not being his birth name. Now globally recognized as a strong, distinctive choice evoking brightness and power.
SHERMANE
FeminineRare American female given name with uncertain origins, believed to be a feminine variant of the English surname Sherman, possibly meaning 'bright and clear woman'.
SHERMAR
MasculineAfrican American name created by blending Sherman ("famous spear") and Jamal ("beauty/handsome"), meaning "famous handsome one".
SHERMEKA
FeminineAfrican American name derived from Sharmila, meaning 'beauty' or 'grace'.
SHERMIA
FeminineElegant African name derived from 'Sheri', meaning 'noble'.
SHERMICA
FeminineUnique African American name derived from the combination of Sherry ("darling") and Michelle ("who is like God?"). While not simply a portmanteau, Shermica embodies strength and uniqueness without a specific meaning attached to it.
SHERMIKA
FeminineAfrican-origin name derived from Swahili, meaning 'strong-willed' or 'one with strength'.
SHERMON
MasculineUnique English male given name created by combining "Sher-" from Sherman, meaning "famous warrior" or "bright armor," and "-mon" from Latin suffix "-monium," signifying "gift." Thus, Shermon means "gift of fame" or "gift of bright armor.
SHERMONA
FeminineUnique female name of African American origin, derived from Sherman meaning 'famous warrior' and popularized by media like 'The Fosters'.
SHERMYA
FeminineUnique and captivating name of unknown origin and undefined meaning, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking personal significance.
SHERNA
FeminineAncient Sanskrit name meaning "the first," derived from "Sheran," and associated with the Hindu goddess Shernavati, consort of Lord Shiva.
SHERNARD
MasculineRare Scottish given name derived from the occupational surname Shirran or Sherrin, possibly meaning 'bright beard'.
SHERNEICE
FeminineExotic name of African origin, derived from the combination of "Sher" (meaning "bright clearing") and "Niece".
SHERNELL
FeminineAmerican given name created by parents seeking originality, with no specific language or mythological derivation and varying suggested meanings such as blends of popular names or Cheryl variations.
SHERNETTE
FeminineHaitian feminine name derived from the French Chérinette, meaning 'little darling'.
SHERNICE
FeminineDistinctive female given name of Caribbean origin coined by Jamaican author Louise Bennett-Coverley, with its meaning or significance unknown but appreciated for its unique sound and spelling.
SHERNIKA
FeminineRare African name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'hawk' or 'beauty', symbolizing sharpness, focus, and grace.
SHERNITA
FeminineDistinctive African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria, meaning "Beautiful crown," embodying power, beauty, and grace.
SHEROD
MasculineUncommon English name variant of Sherwood, possibly meaning "from the clear wood" or "bringer of peace".
SHEROKEE
FeminineDistinctive Native American name from the Cherokee tribe, meaning 'hawk' and symbolizing keen vision, swiftness, and grace.
SHEROL
FeminineDistinctive American name created by author Edna Ferber for her 1952 novel "Giant," with no explicit meaning, though some associate it with strength or power.
SHEROLYN
FeminineEnglish given name derived from Old English words "scir" (bright) and "hild" (battle), translating to "bright in battle," suggesting strength and resilience.
SHEROME
MasculineDistinctive American name created by blending Sherman ('famous spear') and Jerome ('sacred name'), gaining recent popularity despite its lack of historical background or notable figures.
SHERON
MasculineRare yet captivating female name of Hebrew origin, derived from the word 'Sharon', meaning 'plain' and associated with Israel's fertile Plain of Sharon.
SHERON
FeminineRare but distinctive Hebrew name meaning "commanding" or "having authority," derived from the Hebrew word "shar.
SHERONA
FeminineHebrew name derived from "Sharon," meaning "plain" or "flat area," with historical significance tied to the Valley of Jezreel and the Sharon region in modern-day Israel.
SHERONDA
FeminineUnique African-American feminine name, derived from Sheryl and onda, signifying 'strong and powerful' though its meaning isn't definitive.
SHERONE
MasculineAfrican name of Akan origin, meaning "noble king," traditionally bestowed upon children of high status.
SHERONE
FeminineCaptivating African feminine name of Igbo origin in Nigeria, derived from 'Sheri' (peaceful) and 'Eno' (gift), translating to 'peaceful gift.'
SHERONICA
FeminineAfrican-origin name created by blending 'Sherry', meaning cherished, and 'Monica', meaning solitude or admonisher.
SHERONNE
FeminineDistinctive and unique name with uncertain origins, possibly French, and is interpreted by some to mean 'strong and noble' or 'wise and kind'. Despite lacking historical context, it has gained popularity in English-speaking countries for its elegance and uniqueness.
SHERQUITA
FeminineAfrican-American name derived from the Swahili word 'Sherqi', meaning 'elegant'. It consists of 'Sher' and 'quita', with '-quita' being a Spanish diminutive suffix. The name combines elegance and endearment, pronounced as /SHER kih tah/.
SHERR
FeminineCaptivating female name of Hebrew origin, derived from "shir," meaning "song" or "poem.
SHERRA
FeminineHebrew name derived from 'shar', meaning 'song' or 'poem', signifying melody and poetry.