Shariff
boy nameShariff entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #1822 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
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rank today
#1822
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2947 |
| 1980s | #2831 |
| 1990s | #4430 |
| 2000s | #8850 |
| 2010s | #10918 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Shariff are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shariff alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shariff in 2025?
- Shariff is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shariff most popular?
- Shariff peaked in 1983, reaching #1822 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shariff with classmates?
- Shariff will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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