UK girl's name
Sharika
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "partner" or "companion".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sharika is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Sharika popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4564, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 7 births.
This profile covers 23 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2000 to 2009. 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 57% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 23 living people in the UK are called Sharika. 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 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sharika ranked #4564 for girls in England and Wales in 2009, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 7 girls were registered as Sharika.
- • About 23 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sharika as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4564
2009
Births in 2009
4
Latest year
Peak year
2000
7 births
Estimated living
23
2026
Meaning
What does Sharika mean?
Sharika is a given name with origins traced back to the Indian subcontinent. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "shri," which means prosperity, wealth, and auspiciousness. The name has been in use for centuries in various regions of South Asia, particularly in India and Pakistan.
One of the earliest known references to the name Sharika can be found in ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was often associated with goddesses and deities symbolizing wealth, fortune, and beauty. The name gained popularity during the medieval period, particularly among the ruling classes and aristocracy.
In the 7th century CE, Sharika Devi was a prominent figure in the court of the Chalukya dynasty in southern India. She was known for her patronage of the arts and literature, contributing to the cultural renaissance of that era. Another notable historical figure was Sharika Begum, a 16th-century Mughal princess and the daughter of Emperor Akbar. She was renowned for her intelligence and played a significant role in the Mughal court's administrative affairs.
During the 19th century, Sharika Vijayaraghavacharya (1860-1925) was a renowned scholar and spiritual leader from Tamil Nadu, India. He made significant contributions to the revival and propagation of the Advaita Vedanta philosophy. In the 20th century, Sharika Mukherjee (1904-1983) was an Indian actress and dancer who gained fame for her performances in Bengali theatre and films.
More recently, Sharika Soaniu (born 1982) is a Fijian sprinter and hurdler who has represented her country in numerous international competitions, including the Olympic Games and Commonwealth Games. She holds several national records in various track and field events.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have carried the name Sharika. The name has maintained its significance and popularity across various cultures and regions, particularly in South Asia, where it continues to be a popular choice for newborns.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Sharika over time
The chart below shows babies named Sharika registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2000 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Sharika, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2009, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sharika by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sharika 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3156 | 23 | 4 |
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- Sienna 32,418
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- Sarah 27,961
- Shannon 25,510
- Summer 24,167
- Sara 14,205
- Skye 13,654
- Samantha 12,697
- Stephanie 9,309
FAQ
Sharika: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sharika in the UK right now?
In 2009, Sharika was ranked #4564 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Sharika most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 7 babies registered as Sharika in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sharika?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "partner" or "companion".
How many people are called Sharika in the UK?
A total of 23 babies have been registered as Sharika across the 4 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.