Shar
Girl nameShar has been given to 216 babies in the U.S. since 1955. It peaked in 1970.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
216
Peak year
1970 (18 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1955
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Shar — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shar.
Sibling name ideas for Shar
Same era and popularity as Shar, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shar?
Shar has been given to 216 babies in the U.S. since 1955. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shar peak?
Shar peaked in 1970, when 18 babies were given the name.
Is Shar a girl or boy name?
Shar is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Shar are girls).
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