Sher
girl nameSher entered the US charts in 1953, peaked at #3910 in 1956, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1953–2025
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rank today
#3910
peak (1956)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #4231 |
| 1960s | #5449 |
| 1970s | #7473 |
| 2010s | #16419 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Sher are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sher alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sher in 2025?
- Sher is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Sher most popular?
- Sher peaked in 1956, reaching #3910 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sher with classmates?
- Sher will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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