Shareef
boy name#8243 in 2025Shareef entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #1569 in 1980, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
#8243
rank today
#1569
peak (1980)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2065 |
| 1980s | #2347 |
| 1990s | #2620 |
| 2000s | #3690 |
| 2010s | #5728 |
| 2020s | #7780 |
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Shareef are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shareef alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shareef in 2025?
- Shareef ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shareef most popular?
- Shareef peaked in 1980, reaching #1569 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shareef with classmates?
- Shareef will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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