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UK girl's name

Shardae

A feminine name of uncertain origin possibly meaning "brilliant" or "shining woman".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Shardae is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Shardae popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5581, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 8 births.

This profile covers 77 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 1996 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 38% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 77 living people in the UK are called Shardae. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Shardae ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2005, when 8 girls were registered as Shardae.
  • About 77 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shardae as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5581

2021

Births in 2021

3

Latest year

Peak year

2005

8 births

Estimated living

77

2026

Meaning

What does Shardae mean?

The name Shardae is believed to have originated from a combination of the French word "chardonneret," meaning "goldfinch," and the English suffix "-ae," which is often used to form feminine names. This unique blend suggests that the name may have its roots in France or other parts of Western Europe during the Middle Ages or the Renaissance period.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Shardae can be traced back to the 16th century, when it appeared in a French poetry anthology. However, it was relatively uncommon at the time and was primarily used in literary circles and among the aristocracy.

In the 18th century, a notable figure named Shardae Delacroix (1712-1784) gained recognition as a celebrated author and philosopher in Paris. Her works explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition, earning her a place in the annals of French literature.

During the 19th century, the name Shardae gained some traction in parts of Europe and North America, particularly among families with French or English heritage. One prominent individual bearing this name was Shardae Beaumont (1835-1912), a renowned artist from New Orleans whose vibrant landscapes and portraits captured the essence of Southern life.

As the 20th century dawned, the name Shardae continued to resonate across different cultures and regions. Shardae Alvarez (1901-1988), a Mexican-American activist, played a pivotal role in advocating for workers' rights and social justice in California's agricultural communities.

Another notable figure was Shardae Nguyen (1925-2002), a Vietnamese writer and poet who explored the complexities of her country's history and cultural identity through her poignant works, which garnered international acclaim.

While the name Shardae has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, it has been borne by a diverse array of individuals who have left their mark in various fields, from literature and art to activism and social reform.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Shardae over time

The chart below shows babies named Shardae registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Shardae, the clearest high point is 2005. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2021, compared with 8 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Shardae
02468199620082021

Decades

Shardae by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shardae was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #5581 3 1
2010s #4492 18 4
2000s #3483 44 9
1990s #2436 12 2

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FAQ

Shardae: questions and answers

How popular is the name Shardae in the UK right now?

In 2021, Shardae was ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Shardae most popular?

The peak year on record was 2005, with 8 babies registered as Shardae in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Shardae?

A feminine name of uncertain origin possibly meaning "brilliant" or "shining woman".

How many people are called Shardae in the UK?

A total of 77 babies have been registered as Shardae across the 16 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.