Sharief
boy nameSharief entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #3731 in 1987, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
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rank today
#3731
peak (1987)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4853 |
| 1980s | #5635 |
| 1990s | #6135 |
| 2000s | #10900 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Sharief are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sharief alive today was born around 1993, making them about 32 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sharief in 2025?
- Sharief is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Sharief most popular?
- Sharief peaked in 1987, reaching #3731 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sharief with classmates?
- Sharief will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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