UK girl's name
Sharn
A name of Sanskrit origin meaning "shelter" or "protection".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sharn is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Sharn popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5742, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 20 births.
This profile covers 124 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 1996 to 2013. 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 15% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 123 living people in the UK are called Sharn. 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 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sharn ranked #5742 for girls in England and Wales in 2013, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 20 girls were registered as Sharn.
- • About 123 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sharn as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5742
2013
Births in 2013
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
20 births
Estimated living
123
2026
Meaning
What does Sharn mean?
The name Sharn is of Sanskrit origin and is believed to have its roots in ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Sharna," which means "shelter" or "refuge." The name has been found in ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, suggesting its use dates back several centuries.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sharn can be traced back to the 6th century BC, when it was mentioned in the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India. The name was associated with a character in the epic, though the exact details of this character are not well documented.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Sharn. In the 12th century, there was a renowned Hindu philosopher and scholar named Sharn Mishra, who made significant contributions to the field of logic and epistemology. He is believed to have lived between 1100 and 1200 AD.
Another prominent figure with the name Sharn was Sharn Singh, a warrior and military leader from the 17th century. He served as a commander in the army of the Mughal Empire and played a crucial role in several battles during the reign of Emperor Aurangzeb. Sharn Singh is remembered for his bravery and strategic skills on the battlefield.
In more recent history, there was a British writer and poet named Sharn Macdonald, who lived from 1923 to 2007. She is best known for her works that explored themes of nature, spirituality, and the human experience. Macdonald's poetry collections received critical acclaim and were widely read during her lifetime.
Additionally, Sharn White was an Australian artist and sculptor who lived from 1942 to 2018. Her works, often inspired by nature and the indigenous cultures of Australia, were exhibited in various galleries and museums across the country. White was recognized for her unique style and contributions to the Australian art scene.
While the name Sharn may not be as common in modern times, it holds a rich historical significance, particularly in the context of ancient Indian culture and literature. The individuals mentioned above are just a few examples of the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments associated with this name throughout the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Sharn over time
The chart below shows babies named Sharn registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2013. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Sharn, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2013, compared with 20 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sharn by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sharn 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4588 | 14 | 3 |
| 2000s | #2713 | 54 | 8 |
| 1990s | #1435 | 56 | 4 |
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FAQ
Sharn: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sharn in the UK right now?
In 2013, Sharn was ranked #5742 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Sharn most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 20 babies registered as Sharn in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sharn?
A name of Sanskrit origin meaning "shelter" or "protection".
How many people are called Sharn in the UK?
A total of 124 babies have been registered as Sharn across the 15 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.