Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "S" - page 163.
Sherma
Distinctive 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
Uncommon English name derived from 'scir' meaning bright, and 'mann' meaning man.
Shermain
Uncommon English name that means "famous bear".
Shermaine
Unusual yet captivating feminine name of African-American origin, derived from the African word meaning 'peaceful', popularized during the Harlem Renaissance.
Shermaine
Distinctively African name, likely brought to the US via the slave trade. Though its exact meaning is uncertain, it may derive from Shama, meaning "beauty".
Sherman
Sherman: 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
Rare 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
African American name created by blending Sherman ("famous spear") and Jamal ("beauty/handsome"), meaning "famous handsome one".
Shermeka
African American name derived from Sharmila, meaning 'beauty' or 'grace'.
Shermia
Elegant African name derived from 'Sheri', meaning 'noble'.
Shermica
Unique 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
African-origin name derived from Swahili, meaning 'strong-willed' or 'one with strength'.
Shermon
Unique 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
Unique female name of African American origin, derived from Sherman meaning 'famous warrior' and popularized by media like 'The Fosters'.
Shermya
Unique and captivating name of unknown origin and undefined meaning, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking personal significance.
Sherna
Ancient Sanskrit name meaning "the first," derived from "Sheran," and associated with the Hindu goddess Shernavati, consort of Lord Shiva.
Shernard
Rare Scottish given name derived from the occupational surname Shirran or Sherrin, possibly meaning 'bright beard'.
Sherneice
Exotic name of African origin, derived from the combination of "Sher" (meaning "bright clearing") and "Niece".
Shernell
American 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
Haitian feminine name derived from the French Chérinette, meaning 'little darling'.
Shernice
Distinctive 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
Rare African name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'hawk' or 'beauty', symbolizing sharpness, focus, and grace.
Shernita
Distinctive African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria, meaning "Beautiful crown," embodying power, beauty, and grace.
Sherod
Uncommon English name variant of Sherwood, possibly meaning "from the clear wood" or "bringer of peace".
Sherokee
Distinctive Native American name from the Cherokee tribe, meaning 'hawk' and symbolizing keen vision, swiftness, and grace.
Sherol
Distinctive 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
English given name derived from Old English words "scir" (bright) and "hild" (battle), translating to "bright in battle," suggesting strength and resilience.
Sherome
Distinctive 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
Rare but distinctive Hebrew name meaning "commanding" or "having authority," derived from the Hebrew word "shar.
Sheron
Rare yet captivating female name of Hebrew origin, derived from the word 'Sharon', meaning 'plain' and associated with Israel's fertile Plain of Sharon.
Sherona
Hebrew 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
Unique African-American feminine name, derived from Sheryl and onda, signifying 'strong and powerful' though its meaning isn't definitive.
Sherone
African name of Akan origin, meaning "noble king," traditionally bestowed upon children of high status.
Sherone
Captivating African feminine name of Igbo origin in Nigeria, derived from 'Sheri' (peaceful) and 'Eno' (gift), translating to 'peaceful gift.'
Sheronica
African-origin name created by blending 'Sherry', meaning cherished, and 'Monica', meaning solitude or admonisher.
Sheronne
Distinctive 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
African-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
Captivating female name of Hebrew origin, derived from "shir," meaning "song" or "poem.
Sherra
Hebrew name derived from 'shar', meaning 'song' or 'poem', signifying melody and poetry.
Sherrae
Sherrae, of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'sherehe' meaning 'celebration', signifies joyous celebration or happy occasion.